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End State

End State

Written by: National Media Archive
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 From Abandoned buildings, to Bankrupt companies and Cancelled projects, this is the place to explore our past and discover what worked and what didn’t.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Economics
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  • The Rise and Fall of Kmart: America's Retail Giant

    The Rise and Fall of Kmart: America's Retail Giant
    Sep 14 2025
    This episode explores Kmart’s journey from its origins as a groundbreaking discount chain to its spectacular decline, marked by failed strategies, intense competition from Walmart and Target, poor management, and neglected stores. Once boasting over 2,000 locations and shaping American retail, Kmart is now a near-extinct brand, with abandoned stores symbolizing its faded legacy. The story highlights how missteps and changing markets led to the downfall of an iconic retailer.

    Join us on Apple Podcasts, YouTube or Patreon to access additional resources and explore all topics covered by the National Media Archive:

    • Power & Influence
    • Luxury & Prestige
    • Wealth & Finance
    • Erotic Audio
    • Personal Growth & Achievement
    • Crime & Corruption (True Crime)
    • Knowledge & Ideas
    • History & Legacy
    • News, Culture & Society
    • Technology & Innovation
    • Exploration & Wonder

    Thank you to our newest Patreon subscribers since our last episode:

    • Morgan Absher
    • Elyse Willems
    • Zach Anner
    • Adam Pally
    • Thomas Small
    • Michelle MiJung
    • Maryam Banikarim
    • Kate Cagle
    • Jabari Young
    • Jon Gabrus
    • Kaelyn Moore
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    10 mins
  • The Rise and Fall of the Pontiac Silverdome

    The Rise and Fall of the Pontiac Silverdome
    Sep 7 2025
    The Pontiac Silverdome in Michigan was once the largest NFL stadium, hosting legendary events like Super Bowl XVI, concerts, and the 1994 World Cup. Due to economic decline and losing its main teams, the stadium was abandoned and sold for a fraction of its value. Failed redevelopment, neglect, and vandalism followed, leading to its demolition by 2019. The Silverdome remains a symbol of lost grandeur and changing times in American sports history.

    Join us on Apple Podcasts, YouTube or Patreon to access additional resources and explore all topics covered by the National Media Archive:

    • Power & Influence
    • Luxury & Prestige
    • Wealth & Finance
    • Erotic Audio
    • Personal Growth & Achievement
    • Crime & Corruption (True Crime)
    • Knowledge & Ideas
    • History & Legacy
    • News, Culture & Society
    • Technology & Innovation
    • Exploration & Wonder

    Thank you to our newest Patreon subscribers since our last episode:

    • Morgan Absher
    • Elyse Willems
    • Zach Anner
    • Adam Pally
    • Thomas Small
    • Michelle MiJung
    • Maryam Banikarim
    • Kate Cagle
    • Jabari Young
    • Jon Gabrus
    • Kaelyn Moore
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    7 mins
  • The Turbulent Saga of American Dream Mall

    The Turbulent Saga of American Dream Mall
    Aug 31 2025
    American Dream, the massive New Jersey mall formerly known as Xanadu, faced decades of delays, environmental opposition, financial crises, owner changes, and lawsuits. Despite billions invested and ambitious plans, construction repeatedly stalled, and the mall sat abandoned for years. After finally opening partially in 2019, it struggled with debt, incomplete sections, and changing retail trends. Its future remains uncertain as developers attempt to shift focus to entertainment.

    Join us on Apple Podcasts, YouTube or Patreon to access additional resources and explore all topics covered by the National Media Archive:

    • Power & Influence
    • Luxury & Prestige
    • Wealth & Finance
    • Erotic Audio
    • Personal Growth & Achievement
    • Crime & Corruption (True Crime)
    • Knowledge & Ideas
    • History & Legacy
    • News, Culture & Society
    • Technology & Innovation
    • Exploration & Wonder

    Thank you to our newest Patreon subscribers since our last episode:

    • Morgan Absher
    • Elyse Willems
    • Zach Anner
    • Adam Pally
    • Thomas Small
    • Michelle MiJung
    • Maryam Banikarim
    • Kate Cagle
    • Jabari Young
    • Jon Gabrus
    • Kaelyn Moore
    Show More Show Less
    10 mins
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