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!"
hey! I just noticed that my comments were actually linked in this engadgetHD post.
For that I say: thanks much...and I hope my repeated whining about OLED's failings isn't too obnoxious. I'm just so tired of waiting!