<p>This week on Podcast Like It’s the 2000s, Phil and Emily continue their Christopher Guest 2000s miniseries with A Mighty Wind, joined by writer and author Carrie Courogen.</p><p>They break down Guest’s uniquely gentle mockumentary style, the film’s satirical take on folk music culture, and why its characters feel both absurd and deeply human. Plus, a closer look at the performances, the emotional undercurrent beneath the comedy, and how A Mighty Wind fits within Guest’s larger body of work.</p><p>Phil also provides context for listeners on the film’s premise following three folk groups reuniting for a tribute concert highlighting its blend of nostalgia, melancholy, and humor.</p><br><p>Follow the show &amp; guests:</p><p>Podcast Like It’s…: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/podcastlikeits" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/podcastlikeits</a></p><p>Phil Iscove: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pmiscove" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/pmiscove</a></p><p>Emily St. James: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/emilystjams" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/emilystjams</a></p><p>Carrie Courogen: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/carriecourogen" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/carriecourogen</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>