Bit of techy fun, this. Spent much of the last day messing around recording MP3s. Its a bit of a bodge. But I have some good quality audio voice recordings. Still doesn't do what I want to though. Want to be able to record two audio tracks simultaneously - both using headphone inputs on my powerbook.I'm coming to the obvious conclusion it can't be done - at least not without buying and lugging around another bit of kit - an audio mixer. Trouble is they seem to be over specified for what I want.

Anyway why am I messing with this.

First I want to try launching an on line podcast magazine for education and training in Europe. There is great work going on at the moment and fine research but it is hard to find out about. And for many non native English speakers talking is much, much easier than writing. Want the two headphone solution for interviewing people.

Secondly, I am intrigued by the idea that a simple audio recording set up could be a great way to help teachers and trainers make compelling multi media e-learning materials.