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Microphones Are Not Your Problem
Monetize This! Where Podcasting Best Practices Come to Die · 24 февраля 2026 г. · 11 мин
First of all… apologies. This episode contains actual advice… sort of. A listener asked us to talk about microphones — the most over-Googled, over-YouTubed, over-affiliate-linked topic in podcasting. So today we’re doing something radical: We’re simplifying it. Instead of a Top 10 list.Instead of a comparison chart.Instead of a 47-minute deep dive into capsule patterns. We’re answering the question: Do you even need a microphone to start a podcast? And if you insist on buying one… we give you exactly one recommendation. No affiliate link.No drama.No endless options. You’re welcome. Samson Q2U USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone $99.99 US Sennheiser XS Lav Omnidirectional clip-on lavalier microphone $69.00 US For Real, Structured Podcasting Advice If you’re new and want a step-by-step roadmap, check out Dave Campbell’s How To Podcast Series . He recently released a 24-episode series covering what he calls the 24 Steps from Beginner to Pro, starting at Episode 574. Find it at:howtopodcast.ca This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit monetizethispodcast.com