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!"
"it just shows that consumer preference has nothing to do with reality anymore."
Politics works the same way. Normal people don't matter, only the lobby does.
Lobby=companies.
Companies = rule the country/world.