Mike Belcher on The Man in the Mask, Indie Comics & The Millerton Gazette

Today, Chip Hazard sits down with independent comic creator Mike Belcher, the creator of The Man in the Mask, to talk about the journey behind building his own superhero universe and what it takes to create comics independently.We dive into the world of The Man in the Mask, including Tommy Franklin, the importance of legacy and community, Mike's Golden Age-inspired approach to superheroes, and the evolution of the character over the years.We also take a closer look at The Millerton Gazette, Mike's unique Substack project that expands the world of The Man in the Mask through stories, artwork, creator insights, and additional material.Mike also shares his creative process, what it's like creating comics largely on his own, working with his son Aiden, independent publishing, the challenges facing indie creators, and what's next for **The Man in the Mask**.Whether you're a longtime fan of independent comics or discovering Mike's work for the first time, there's plenty here to explore!📖CHECK OUT THE MILLERTON GAZETTE:https://millertongazette.substack.com/---🎧 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO MOVEMENT RADIO ▶️▶️YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@movementradio🎧Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3vfGZJD🍎Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast🔥OFFICIAL MOVEMENT RADIO MERCH:https://www.movementradio.us---🌐 CONNECT WITH MOVEMENT RADIO🎵TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@movementradio📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/movementradio3📘 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/movementradio2019🧵 Threads:https://www.threads.net/@movementradio3📰 Substack:https://movementradio.substack.com/---🎙️ ABOUT MOVEMENT RADIOMovement Radio is your one-stop shop for all things anime, comics, video games, pro wrestling, horror, collectibles, conventions, and pop culture.From creator interviews and convention coverage to reviews, reactions, livestreams, and fan-focused discussions, we're here to celebrate the things we love—from a fan's perspective.Movement Radio — Where fandom comes alive.---👍LIKE THE VIDEO?If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don't miss our next interview, review, convention adventure, reaction, or livestream!And don't forget to share this episode with your fellow fans!#MovementRadio #MikeBelcher #TheManInTheMask #MillertonGazette #IndieComics #ComicBooks