Pre-pressurisation vs equalisation...

That doc's video was quite informative - I'm going to try and 'archive' it to VCD for 'reference'.

I was struck by his interpretation of 'early and often' to imply that you should keep your inner ear pressurised from before you descend until you reach the target depth - THEN equalise... I shall try that next time. It obviously works for him, and as the video shows in alarming detail, there's nothing wrong with his ears.

Video's worth seeing if only for the 'AARGH 6ft EARWAX!!!!' moment ;-)

Bugger Wales! Retire Away to Frinton ... or
Bugger Whales Reluctantly And Fastidiously ... ?

And don't get me started on filling children's heads with God nonsense!