This Icelandic Cartoonist Pushes Every Boundary – Hugleikur Dagsson Interview
In this interview for the "In Bed With" series, I sit down with Hugleikur Dagsson — Iceland’s legendary cartoonist, comedian, and creator of some of the most darkly hilarious (and wildly controversial) comics ever published.
Hugleikur is known for transforming stick figures into razor-sharp social commentary, taboo jokes, and pitch-black humor that somehow makes you laugh and wince at the same time. His books — including Should You Be Laughing at This? — have reached international cult status, and his artwork continues to stir conversations across Iceland and beyond.
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Where to find Hugleikur Dagsson on the internet
His website & merch shop - https://dagsson.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/hooligandachshund
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dagsson/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0UAoNf2g1Bm_l-UOJwda7A
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In this interview, we dive into:
✨ Where Iceland’s dark humor comes from
✨ Why his comics tackle taboo topics
✨ How he decides if a joke crosses the line
✨ The difference between Icelandic vs global audiences
✨ His creative process, artistic evolution, and the plays, books & stand-up shows you may not know about
Whether you’ve laughed at his comics, been shocked by them, or are discovering his work for the first time, this conversation offers an unfiltered look into the mind of a truly unique Icelandic artist.
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