To all those people that feel like being this guys mom or dad. Just give it up.
He knows there are people (you know who you are) who are compelled to preach their wisdom. Obviously he doesn't care otherwise he would have asked specifically on the pros and cons of why not to bike with a headset on.

Moving back on topic now,
I have found that a noise canceling headset works fine. Mine is by Motorala. I have also worn it behind earmuffs in the winter. I find that as long as i am not speeding down a hill the noise is manageable for the listener.

But lately i have just been using my regular headset that came with my phone because i like to listen to music while riding. Works nicely too when someone calls me so it picks up automatically. I just can't see who is calling

I also get to hear a *ding* when i get any texts/emails/etc and i'll pull over to read it if i am expecting something.

No, wait! Just to infuriate the people who love to share their wonderful wisdom with . . i should have wrote, " . . texts/emails/etc and i'll pull out my phone and type an email while biking."