Today I go through what I'm using currently for podcast production.   Here is the list:

Mackie 1202VLZ4 MixerBehringer Composter PRO XL 2 channel Compressor, Limiter, GateDenon DN-300R Rack Mount Digital RecorderHeil PL-2T BoomHeil Shock Mount (normally for a PR40 Mic)Electrovoice RE-20 Mic  and/or Audio-techincia BPHS1 Headset MicZoom H5 Handi RecorderBehringer XM8500 Hand-held Mics for extras or portable

Software:Auphonic Leveler (desktop version)Adobe Audition

Do you need all this stuff?    NO!   This is just what I use currently.