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!"
I'm not big on the idea of download-to-own. At least with a DVD, the studios can't just decide they can not let me play it, and if the company shuts down, there's no risk that my "purchased" movie is lost because an authentication server is shut down. The rental offering is a different question, but my DVD player is long paid for. I'm not interested in buying an expensive box to do things my existing equipment can do already in a simiar form and similar or better quality.