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	Podcast:		Podcast Like It's 1999
	Episode:		86: A Mighty Wind with Carrie Courogen
	Category:		TV & Film
	Duration:		01:33:45
	Publish Date:		2026-03-20 07:00:00
	Description:		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. 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. 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. Follow the show & guests: Podcast Like It’s…: https://www.instagram.com/podcastlikeits Phil Iscove: https://www.instagram.com/pmiscove Emily St. James: https://www.instagram.com/emilystjams Carrie Courogen: https://www.instagram.com/carriecourogen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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