I started the Getting Simple podcast with the AT2020USBi microphone. I upgraded to the Shure SM58 and the Zoom H6 recorder after some time, which greatly improved the quality. And then I started using the Shure SM7B (with the CL-1 CloudLifter) and the Zoom Podtrak P4 recorder. I still carry with me the Shure SM58 when traveling as these are less bulky and more resistant.