The Rise and Fall of the American Shopping Mall

Optimize your health and performance at https://rugiet.yt.link/Syz96fb and use code BRIGGS for 15% off! For decades, the shopping mall was the beating heart of American suburban life—a bustling hub of fashion, food courts, arcade hangouts, and social gatherings. But today, hundreds of these once-thriving retail palaces sit abandoned, decaying, or completely demolished. What caused the sudden collapse of this suburban staple? In this video, we explore the rise and fall of the American shopping mall—from its golden age in the late 20th century to the economic shifts, changing consumer habits, and overbuilding that led to the "retail apocalypse." 💬 Join the conversation: Did you have a favorite mall growing up? Is it still open today, or has it become a ghost town? Let us know in the comments below! World According to Briggs covers U.S. cities, states, migration trends, retirement destinations, cost of living, crime, housing, and quality-of-life rankings. You can also follow us: Facebook: World According to Briggs Instagram: World2Briggs Do you want to move to that perfect place? Do you need a local Realtor for the area you want to move to? HomeAndMoney.com can help: Use this link: https://homeandmoney.com/briggs/ New Merch https://briggs-azm-shop.fourthwall.co... Sponsorship Inquiries: WorldAccordingtoBriggs@outloudtalent.com 🔶My Other Channel: 🏡Suite Life For Briggs: @SuiteLife4Briggs 📚Doing It With Briggs: @DoingItWithBriggs 🎓On This Day: @AboutToday