Win NBA2K9 featuring The Cool Kids! October 22, 2008

Posted by Shannon Phillips at October 22, 2008 4:56 PM | Permalink | Comments ( 180 ) | TrackBack

Basketball is like hip-hop—it all flows from a solid foundation in the fundamentals. But the true greats leap from foundation into the uncharted depths of the freestyle. It's jazz, son. And no one knows that better than peta2 pals The Cool Kids, who are all over the just-released NBA2K9. Enter to win a copy below!

NBA2K9 captures the improvisational nature of basketball better than any game I've ever played. So it's no surprise that The Cool Kids, peta2's favorite Chicago heads and owners of the realest freestyle in hip-hop today, not only contributed an original track for the game's soundtrack, but are playable characters in the game itself and are even headlining the game's promotional tour.

peta2 knows a little bit about the Kids' tour styles—they were nice enough to bring us out with them on their last run to spread the word about animals killed for their fur—and we can personally attest that these shows are not to be missed. Another thing not to miss: peta2's interview with the Kids where they talk about why fur is whacker than a whole closet full of Craig Sager's suits.

So are we agreed then? Fur sucks? Good. To celebrate our new arrangement, comment on this post with your fave Cool Kids track to enter to win a copy of NBA 2K9. Let us know what system you want it for (XBOX360, PS3, PS2, or PC). Anyone who already has it and posts a screengrab of Chuck English posterizing Kobe Bryant wins an extra-special prize. Don't say we never did nothin' for you.

This contest ends November 5th, 2008 and one winner will be chosen and notified that same day.

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- Dan

What Do Frozen Nostril Hair and Food Have in Common? February 1, 2008

Posted by Marta at February 1, 2008 9:37 AM | Permalink | Comments ( 4 ) | TrackBack

This last week we wrapped up our journey with The Cool Kids in New York City and Toronto. NYC is a little intimidating with all of the traffic and crazy stores, but I think the food intimidates me more. Vegetarian's Paradise 2 slightly beat Red Bamboo simply because they had a sandwich that was wider than my face.

So, New York was sweet to us but Toronto gave us kisses that won us over. The kiss was in the form of Ethiopian cuisine thanks to M&B Yummy Cakes and Desserts Cafe.


We ordered the 'beef' stew—of course it was vegan friendly—and WOWZERS, no bowl!

Since we're no longer with The Cool Kids, we are joining our friends in Silverstein for a little bit to let Canada know that chickens aren't nuggets!

Now, what do frozen nostril hair and food have in common you ask? Hopefully nothing. Come say hello and let it be known that you're not a nugget!

-Cody, Paige, and Susan

Hey Cool Folks! January 18, 2008

Posted by Marta at January 18, 2008 9:24 AM | Permalink | Comments ( 1 ) | TrackBack

We're back on the road and with a sweet hip-hop group called The Cool Kids.

On this tour, we're taking the time to tell folks about how un-cool fur is. Seriously, what's cool about no federal laws providing protection for the millions of animals—including chinchillas, foxes, minks, and raccoons—who suffer and die on fur farms? Animals on fur farms are kept in crowded, filthy wire cages, where they often develop neurotic behaviors and become sick or wounded, and fur farmers kill them by breaking their necks while they are sometimes still fully conscious or by using anal or genital electrocution. Horrible, I know.

How about I tell you about the road now? Well, we have a new friend out with us and he goes by Tall John. Say, hi Tall John!


We were just in Tinley Park, IL, for a skate fest and a bunch of kids were asking about our Trollsen Twins campaign, which you should definitely check out if you haven't yet!


Well, that was a novel...Come say hello and stay cool, but warm.

-Cody and Tall John

PS - Have you voted for the Fugliest Fur Hag of 2007 yet?!

Win a Tofu Robot! January 4, 2008

Posted by Ashleigh at January 4, 2008 3:20 PM | Permalink | Comments ( 22 ) | TrackBack

What do you get when you combine two of my favorite things? Tofu Robots!

I don't know if all of you have been exposed to these wondrous creations (the late Casey Calvert was the one who turned me on to them), but they are awesome! He loved their block heads and "stupid" faces, and I have to say that I agree.

Aren't they so cool looking? And guess what? We're giving one away! To win, leave a comment telling me what kind of robot you would make out of your favorite vegan food items. Mine would be a Tofutti Cutie robot! Oh, and pictures will probably help you with the whole winning thing . . .

And don't forget to watch our tribute video for Casey and hear what he had to say about these lovely toys. I wish he could see what you all come up with to win this contest . . .

The contest ends on January 18, 2008, and winners will be chosen and notified by January 25, 2008.

Just so you know...by commenting here, we're taking that as acknowledgment that you've read and agreed to our privacy policy.

Also by commenting, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions.

And before I forget, have you guys checked out The Cool Kids yet? They are pretty sweet, and peta2 will be out on tour with them for a few shows, so go to their MySpace for more info and go check out the show if they play near you—you won't regret it!

Good Luck!

-Ashleigh