Target retail theatre #fafo

We filmed a car carrier unloading cars at Target—only to discover they were staging the parking lot to look busy. This isn’t just one store. It’s part of a desperate retail strategy to hide a bigger collapse. In this episode of Portside Politics, we break down how struggling chains use “velvet rope” psychology to fake foot traffic, manipulate perception, and distract from their slow decline. From Potemkin villages to modern shopping centers, we unpack the illusion—and what it means for everyday consumers. If you’ve ever wondered why a packed parking lot leads to an empty store… this is why.

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