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!"
In your comments on DVR to buy, you talk about the various user interfaces. I have been with ReplayTV until this month moving to Dish. Replay had MRV for at least 8 years and it worked GREAT! Only now has some DVR's offered this, and I went to Dish because they have an ok MRV system. But the interface and the remote - not so good. In fact, even Tivo does not have as good an interface and remote combination as Replay has forever (in tech time). And, of course, the commercial skip feature (not a 30 sec skip -- a true commercial skip) was incredible. So I say the best interface and remote has been around for many years - they just did not survive to make it to HD, and both my wife and I are grieving the loss of our dear buffed up Replay units.
I enjoy the podcasts, thanks.