SDCC 2026: Bill Sienkiewicz on Bill Sienkiewicz - That Polish Guy
Summary
Hosts Brad and Lisa discuss post-Comic-Con fatigue and interview Short Box Podcast’s Botter Milligan about his first San Diego experience, including meeting Esad Ribic and David Harper’s Eisner win. They also feature an in-depth conversation with artist Bill Sienkiewicz about his new documentary, *That Polish Guy*, his artistic evolution, and the changing respectability of comics.
Topics discussed
Intro: Fairy Tale Wars Kickstarter and Podcast Welcome
Post-Comic-Con Blues and Waking Up
Comic-Con Morning Routine and The Convention Atmosphere
Tips for First-Time Comic-Con Attendees
Patreon Promo, Short Box Podcast, and Doom Mask Giveaway
Bill Sienkiewicz's Artistic Style and Breaking Containment
Sienkiewicz on Procrastination and Finding His Voice
Collaboration with Doug Moench and Chris Claremont
Transition from Kurt Swan to Neil Adams and DC to Marvel
The Respectability of Comics and Sienkiewicz's Documentary
Outro: Flow State, Next Week's Guests, and Credits
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