Let the hive mind of Engadget get that for you.
"I've found myself using my PC for a lot of conversations lately, and I'm also considering recording a podcast to share with anyone who will listen. There are tons of USB headset / microphones out there, and I'm hoping someone has some solid recommendations based on experience. I'll consider both headsets and standalone mics, by the way, but I'd like to keep the bill under $100 if possible. Help!"
GhostDoggy ...
TV watching can become too much of a habit, while I am super interested in HD quality and I just find the number of programs & quality in HD to be lacking. Let's call it perceived value and the need to get of the couch a little.
It is not cost per se. We have 4 flat panel TVs (42, 32, 20) & DVD players, 2 DVRs etc and enough computers to put one in every house on this street.