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Metrocenter Mall Is Closing & Bill & Ted's Dead Mall Adventure
Hey everyone, here's a video I put together a while back. I believe it is the first and only retro video game review filmed in a dead mall. I also talk a little about the announcement that Metrocenter Mall is closing.
Malls Have Reopened: What Are They Like Now? Are They Safe?
Here is the latest episode, enjoy your early access! Thank you!
Is the Sun Setting On Tuesday Morning? BANKRUPT!
Here'a the latest episode of Retail Archaeology! It goes live in a few days, enjoy your early access π
Exploring Main Street: Is It Dying? | Retail Archaeology
In this episode Mark and I explore some interesting and abandoned locations along Main St in Mesa and Tempe, Arizona. This was footage that was filmed back in December. It's been a while since I've done one of these exploring videos, I hope you enjoy it. Thank you all for your support!
Eataly: The Awesome Italian Market (That Also SUCKS!)
In this episode we take look at Eataly, an Italian market with locations all over the world. This footage was filmed in December 2019 and at the time I really enjoyed this place. Some recent news about Eataly's behavior during the current pandemic situation has really soured me on them though. T...
Heritage Court: The Aesthetically Pleasing Mini Mall!
Here's the latest episode of Retail Archaeology. This is more of laid back episode where we take a look at a very aesthetically pleasing mini mall mall thing. Thank you all again for your support!
Thrifting Time! Ep. 10: An Abandoned Thrift Store Back From The Dead!
In this episode we take a look at 3 thrift shops including one that was abandoned for over 2 years! This footage is from January and February 2020. Thank you all for your support and stay safe!
Chinatown Mall: Exploring the Asian Side of Sin City!
Here is the latest episode of Retail Archaeology. Enjoy your early access and thank you all for your support! Stay safe!
Fun Food & Retail Stuff In Las Vegas
Here is the latest episode of Retail Archaeology. This one is a bit of a variety episode of cool stuff we saw in Las Vegas back in December. Sorry it's late!
The Brass Armadillo: A HUGE Antique Mall!
Here is the latest episode that goes live tomorrow. This a fun video, I figured we could all do without anything else depressing right now. This footage was filmed in October of 2019 so I didn't put myself or anyone else at risk making this video. I'm staying put in my house until this all b...
The Shoppes at Carlsbad: A High-End Dead Mall
Hey everyone, here's the latest episode. Thank you all for your support and stay safe out there!
A quick update.
I just got back from Southern California yesterday. The family and I decided that we needed a trip to the beach for some rest and relaxation. Being away from home when all of this news hit about the Corona virus and travel restrictions starting was a little bit scary. I was very happy to get back h...
Old Town Shops: A 1960s JCPenney Transformed Into A Mall!
In this episode we take a look at the Old Town Shops in Flagstaff, AZ. This building was a 1960s JCPenney that was converted into a little mall. Thank you all for your support!
OfficeMax: Are Office Supply Stores Dying?
In this episode of Retail Archaeology we take a look at OfficeMax and it's parent company Office Depot. We also discuss the state of the office supply store business in general. Enjoy your early access!
Bookmans Entertainment Exchange: Now That's What I Call Nostalgia!
In this episode we take a look at Bookman's Entertainment Exchange, one of my favorite stores! Thank you all for your support!
Food City & The Quest For The 8 Bit Super Bowl of Dip
In this episode we visit Food City to grab provisions for making a 8 Bit Super Bowl of Dip for the big game. I know this one is a little different but I really wanted to do another vidoe with Mark and I in the kitchen. Thank you all for your support!
Neonopolis: The (Kind Of) Neon Dead Mall
In this episode we take a look at Neonopolis, a dead mall in Las Vegas, NV. Sorry for the long gap between episodes. Things should return back to normal. I have a weird episode planned for next week :-)
Westfield Mission Valley Mall: A 1960s Gem!
In this episode we take a look at Mission Valley Mall in San Diego, CA. Enjoy the first episode of Retail Archaeology for 2020!
Merry Christmas From A Dead Mall
Here's the last episode of Retail Archaeology for 2019. The next episode should come out around January 3rd. I have the next 2 weeks off from work so I will be taking some much needed R&R. There may be 1 or 2 other videos on the 2nd channel though in between. I've got some things I want ...
The Retail Archaeology Companion: Container Park
I'm going to be starting a new series called the The Retail Archaeology Companion on the RA2 channel. Often times have footage that for one reason or another doesn't make it into an episode of Retail Archaeology. This new series on my 2nd channel will be a place that I can show the footage w...
Container Park: The Most Unique Mall I've Ever Seen
Here is the latest episode of Retail Archaeology. It goes public tomorrow. I'm sorry about the slow pace of videos recently. My day job has been a dumpster fire recently but things are calming down now. I should be able to return to a 1 video a week schedule with some livestreams thrown in. Than...
The Arizona Center: A Dead Mall In The Heart Of Phoenix
In this episode we take a look at the Arizona Center, a dead mall in downtown Phoenix. I apologize for the large gap in uploads. Things have calmed down at work so I should be able to get back to a 1 video a week schedule. Thank you for your support!
Chula Vista Center: Is It A Dead Mall?
Here's the latest episode of Retail Archaeology! We take a look at Chula Vista Center near San Diego, CA.
Pier 1 Imports: Are Their Days Numbered?
Here's the latest episode of Retail Archaeology!
I made a music video
Recently I helped write and lent my voice to a track on a mall soft/vaporwave album. The artist is NINENINENINE who you might recognize, I've used his music in past videos. I decided to put together a music video for track and this is the results. It's a little different than my normal conte...
Tilt Studio: A Real Mall Arcade!
In this episode we visit Tilt Studio. This a real arcade with actual arcade and pinball games πThank you for supporting Retail Archaeology!
Thrifting Time! Ep. 9: Small Haul Big Savings
Thrifting videos have returned! I went back and rebranded all of the older thrifting videos on the channel as "Thrifting Time!" and numbered the episodes as I plan to have this be a more regular series going forward. Thanks for your support!
GameStop: Is The End Near?
In this episode we take a look at GameStop. They've announced hundreds of store closures and a huge quarterly loss.
FOREVER 21: Headed For Bankruptcy!
In this episode we take a look at Forever 21 and discuss their likely upcoming bankruptcy.
Paradise Valley Mall: Is It Officially A Dead Mall?
In this episode we return to Paradise Valley Mall to see if things have gotten worse. It's really starting to feel like a dead mall.
