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!"
Heath is right. I used my bestbuy discount to buy all sorts of cables before I got a real job. A $60-$70 cable will run an employee about $3.99...So BB is making at least 50 bucks of profit off a cable sale. Computer, printer, stereo and and other device manufacturers all do the same thing. You don't even get a printer or usb cable included in the box any more because I'm sure the big box stores ask them not to include them.