<p>Phil and Emily continue their journey through the 2000s with Christopher Guest’s beloved mockumentary <em>Best in Show</em>. Joined by critic Kathryn VanArendonk, they discuss the film’s improvisational comedy, its incredible ensemble cast—including Catherine O’Hara, Eugene Levy, Parker Posey, and Fred Willard—and why the world of competitive dog shows created one of the funniest comedies of the decade. They also unpack Guest’s unique filmmaking style and how <em>Best in Show</em> became a cult favorite that still influences comedy today.</p><br><p><strong>Follow the show and guests</strong></p><p>Podcast Like It’s — <a href="https://instagram.com/podcastlikeits" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/podcastlikeits</a></p><p>Phil Iscove — <a href="https://instagram.com/pmiscove" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/pmiscove</a></p><p>Emily St. James — <a href="https://instagram.com/emilystjams" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/emilystjams</a></p><p>Kathryn VanArendonk — <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kvanarendonk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/kvanarendonk</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>