I am often asked which microphone to use for podcasting. Below are two of my favorite microphones:

1. Samson C01UCW Studio USB Mic:

OR

2. MXL USB 009 24BIT/96KHZ USB Condenser Mic:

I also recommend getting the following stand and filter:

3. ProLine MS112 Desk Boom Mic Stand:

4. Nady MPF-6 6-Inch Clamp On Microphone Pop Filter:

5. Marantz PMD620MKII Professional Recorder:

6. SanDisk 16GB Flash Memory Card: