The Better Roadways Podcast

S03 EP 02 - 25+ Years in Pavement Management: Lessons, Insights, and the Road Ahead

With over two and a half decades in the pavement management industry, I’ve seen it all—roads built to last and roads that failed before their time, cities that invested wisely and others that paid the price for neglect. In this episode of the Better Roadways Podcast, I’m sharing the hard-hitting lessons, industry shifts, and insights I’ve gained from working with municipalities nationwide. We’ll break down what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and how the future of pavement management is evolving with technology, AI-driven condition assessments, and smarter preservation strategies. Whether you’re a public works professional, an industry insider, or just someone who’s ever hit a pothole and wondered why, this episode is for you. Buckle up—this is 25+ years of pavement wisdom packed into one episode. Let’s dig in. 🚧🎙️

S03 EP01 - It's National Pothole Day & Potholes Are A Choice!

In this special National Pothole Day episode of the Better Roadways Podcast, James Golden dives deep into the world of potholes, their causes, and—most importantly—how they can be prevented. With the bold statement, "Potholes are a choice," James explores how proactive pavement preservation and preventive maintenance can significantly reduce or even eliminate the need for costly and frustrating repairs. This episode highlights the critical role municipalities and roadway professionals play in creating better, longer-lasting roadways for communities. Drawing from decades of industry expertise, James discusses the value of adopting a preservation-first mindset, empowering cities and towns to maximize taxpayer dollars while improving safety and mobility. Whether you’re a public works professional, an advocate for better roadways, or just someone tired of dodging potholes, this episode will inspire you to see these nuisances as preventable—not inevitable. Please tune in and learn how to make better choices for our roadways and communities!

Going Beneath the Surface

In this episode, James dives "beneath the surface" to understand why roadways become poor and fail even when no potholes are present.

The Harsh Realities of Worst to First

ON this episode of the Bteer Roadways, James Golden dives into understanding the impacts of a worst to first maintenance and repair program

Pavement Management: Streamlined

The traditional approach to pavement management, characterized by lengthy and expensive field assessments, has led to inefficiencies and frustration among professionals in the field. This episode aims to highlight how leveraging GIS systems, municipal data, high-definition video, artificial intelligence, and expert analysis can provide quicker, more accurate, and cost-effective pavement condition assessments. Data-driven decisions today, better roadways tomorrow™ Pave the Way 👊🏻