Ken Makin
Ken J. Makin is a tech and entertainment writer for Tom’s Guide, and has nearly 20 years of experience as a journalist. He’s an avid podcaster and freelancer for various sites, including ESPN’s The Undefeated and The Christian Science Monitor. When he’s not podding or writing, Ken is likely spending time with his wife and children.
Latest articles by Ken Makin
![Sennheiser Profile mic PR shot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rSJoPMrbpxdio85JdY9rwe-320-80.jpg)
Sennheiser Profile review: A versatile USB mic with some nice pro smarts
By Ken Makin published
Sennheiser's Profile mic has great ease of use and high sound quality, making it my new favorite for recording and podcasting.
![AKG Ara usb microphone on a wooden tabletop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ctCFsXEnGcNMXzfxeVUjER-320-80.jpg)
AKG Ara review: A sturdy backup option, but not very versatile
By Ken Makin published
Not one of the best value USB mics we've tested, but it does have great styling and is simple to use.
![AKG Lyra mic on glass tabletop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/92H4n4xXQ47i2uD3t3yEpQ-320-80.jpg)
AKG Lyra review: A versatile mic suitable for all podcasters
By Ken Makin published
The AKG Lyra USB-powered microphone is a great plug-and-play option and should be in every podcaster’s proverbial toolbox.
![The Matrix 4: Morpheus isn't Laurence Fishburne anymore](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oQRpTwLbTGpVfovVWbVDFj-320-80.jpg)
Matrix 4: What happened to Laurence Fishburne and who's the new Morpheus?
By Ken Makin published
Yes, we have a new Morpheus — or at least a new actor portraying him. Here's what we know about the absence of Laurence Fishburne.
![Sterling SP150SMK review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rmx2qEAm5AgXJxMWJQDk2Q-320-80.jpg)
Sterling SP150SMK microphone review
By Ken Makin published
Presentation is key for aptly-named Sterling mic
![Rode PodMic review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EwTkUFZ9X86oxWg3zJDrCW-320-80.jpg)
Rode PodMic review
By Ken Makin published
For $99, you can’t find a better USB microphone than the Rode PodMic. It’s a small, sturdy and intimate mic that brings studio-level professionalism to your podcast.
![Movo UM700 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/H8ryzTJFi4FvkxBXgYhaSm-320-80.jpg)
Movo UM700 microphone review
By Ken Makin published
This USB microphone isn’t quite the “Blue Yeti killer,” but it’s a good mic in its own right
![Black Panther 2: How Wakanda Forever can take Marvel movies to the next level](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tem7RqP3UpdSARaceQgNVn-320-80.jpg)
Black Panther 2: How Wakanda Forever can take Marvel movies to the next level
By Ken Makin published
Wakanda holds many potential storylines for Black Panther 2 — here's what we want to see the movie explore.