Mike Newman
Managing Editor at Cool Material
Xbox Made a Greaseproof Controller
Video game marathons don't go hand in hand with meals that involve utensils. Pizza. Cheetos. Pizza and Cheetos. There are tons of good gaming food options, none of which involve a fork and a knife. The problem, of course, is how messy your controller gets while you eat and play.…
The 10 Best Beers Under 150 Calories
If your life revolves around working out, eating salads, and drinking so much water people assume you're severely hungover 24/7, knocking back a 10% ABV stout with 350 calories is a once-in-a-while thing. Luckily, you don't have to swear of delicious brews for good and you definitely don't need to stick…
This Luxury Resort Is Built Inside a Cave
We've wanted our own cave since we first read a Batman comic book. Here we are now, many moons later, and still no cave. WTF? Well, finally, we're about to get a little of that sweet, sweet cave action, because we're booking a night at Beckham Creek Cave, a luxurious…
The Best Work Bags You Can Buy Right Now
You have a lot of options when it comes to hauling your gear to and from the office. The traditional hardshell briefcase of years gone by has given way to a myriad of unique options. Only you can choose the right one for your needs and your style preferences, but…
‘The Beach Bum’ Trailer
Matthew McConaughey's next project is a departure from serious films like Dallas Buyers Club and Mud. The Beach Bum see McConaughey take on the roll of Moondog, a drug-loving rogue careening through life. Picture The Dude with a penchant for adventure and you're on the right track to understanding Moondog. The film also…
Starbucks Just Opened Its Most Gorgeous Shop Yet
Pop into any Starbucks and your surroundings will feel immediately familiar. There's the glass display case with baked goods and lollipops that are actually cake. Underneath that you have your array of packaged salads and juices. There's the little station off to the side where you can add extra sugar…
What to Watch This Weekend: The Most Assassinated Woman in the World
With cable, Netflix, and internet options, finding the best thing to watch during your downtime is difficult. Instead of flipping through menus all weekend and settling on nothing, turn to What to Watch This Weekend, a series in which we give you our pick for the best new show or…
The Best Gear for the Office
For many, the office is a second home. Why would you spend so much time making your house a place you want to be but neglect your workspace? This fall, outfit your office with gear that makes you happy and more productive. We’ve compiled some of our favorite office items…
Bud and Breakfast Is Airbnb for Cannabis Friendly Homes
So you want to book at trip to Denver to enjoy the wonders of legal marijuana? That's fine and dandy, but don't expect to find any hotels keen on you burning one down while ordering room service. That's where Bud and Breakfast comes in. Bud and Breakfast is a lot…
Tom Cotter’s Best Barn-Find Collector Car Tales
We have this dream where we stumble upon a dilapidated barn somewhere in the great swath of Middle America and discover a dusty, old vehicle worth more than the storage situation suggests. We want a barn find. Tom Cotter knows what we're talking about, as he's a bonafide barn-find expert,…
The Best Gear to Help You Look Good When You Go Back to Work
The right outfit won’t guarantee a swift climb up the corporate ladder, but it sure as hell can’t hurt. Proper attire makes you feel good, and when you feel good you produce better work. It’s a little trick but it’s not without its merits. So as you prepare to get…
You Can Now Buy J.Crew Clothing on Amazon
The preppy staples J.Crew offers makes the brand one of our favorite options for casual workwear. When we don't want to splurge, we turn to J.Crew Mercantile, the brand's more wallet-friendly line. Today, J.Crew is bringing that line to Amazon, so you can Prime it up and have new button-downs,…
Our Favorite Craft Beer Logos
One of the most important decisions a new brewery will make is their logo. Design impacts how we perceive things, and you never get a second chance to make a first impression. The wrong logo can easily tell beer drinkers you're out of touch with what they're thirsty for. So before…
Stan Smith: Some People Think I’m a Shoe
It's incredibly difficult for an article of clothing to become timeless. Trends fade and designers tinker feverishly, making any semblance of staying power insanely challenging to achieve. That's why you need to respect a sneaker like the Stan Smith. When adidas first introduced the tennis sneaker in the early 1970s,…
One of the World’s Most Gorgeous Restaurants Is for Sale
Anthony Bourdain's Kitchen Confidential scared us out of the restaurant business for life. With Äscher, a restaurant located in the Swiss Alps, for sale, we're reconsidering our stance. Äscher was purchased by Nicole and Bernhard Knechtle-Fritsche in 2014, but as the restaurant received more and more press for its incredible location and stunning views,…