Website Terms and Conditions of Use
Last updated: 9 June 2026
1. Introduction
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the website operated by Richard Gorman, creator of the podcast "Between A Cock And A Hard Place" ("we", "us", "our") and any content, podcast episodes, or other material made available through it (collectively, the "Website").
By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
2. About the Website
The Website provides information, podcast content, and resources relating to prostate cancer awareness, early detection, and lived experience. It is intended for general informational and educational purposes only.
The Website is operated from New South Wales, Australia. These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New South Wales and the Commonwealth of Australia.
3. Not Medical Advice
The content published on this Website, including all podcast episodes, articles, and other materials, is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Nothing on this Website should be relied upon as a substitute for professional medical advice from a qualified healthcare practitioner. Always seek the advice of your doctor or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
In an emergency within Australia, call 000 immediately.
4. Accuracy of Information
We make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information on this Website is accurate and up to date. However, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information provided.
Medical knowledge and treatment guidelines change over time. We encourage you to verify any health information with a registered medical professional.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, audio recordings, graphics, logos, and episode artwork, is owned by or licensed to Richard Gorman and is protected under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth) and other applicable Australian intellectual property laws.
You may access and use content from this Website for your own personal, non-commercial purposes. You must not:
• reproduce, redistribute, or republish any content without our prior written consent;
• use our content for commercial purposes;
• modify or create derivative works from our content without permission; or
• remove or alter any copyright, trade mark, or other proprietary notices.
6. User Conduct
When using this Website, you agree not to:
• use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in a way that violates any applicable law or regulation;
• transmit any unsolicited or unauthorised advertising or promotional material;
• attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Website or its related systems;
• engage in any conduct that may damage, disable, or impair the Website or interfere with other users' access; or
• use the Website in any manner that could bring it, its hosts, or its contributors into disrepute.
7. Third-Party Links and Platforms
This Website may contain links to third-party websites, including podcast platforms such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts, as well as social media platforms. These links are provided for convenience only.
We do not control, endorse, or accept responsibility for the content or privacy practices of any third-party websites. Your use of third-party platforms is subject to their respective terms and conditions and privacy policies.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) and other applicable law, we exclude all liability for any loss or damage of any kind arising from your use of, or reliance on, the content of this Website, including but not limited to:
• direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential loss;
• loss of data, income, or opportunity; or
• any reliance placed on content that is inaccurate, incomplete, or out of date.
Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any consumer guarantee, right, or remedy that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
This Website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranty, express or implied. We do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
10. Comments and User Submissions
If the Website permits comments, feedback, or other user-generated content, you agree that any content you submit:
• is accurate and not misleading;
• does not infringe the intellectual property or privacy rights of any third party;
• does not contain material that is defamatory, offensive, harassing, or otherwise unlawful; and
• grants us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, display, and reproduce that content in connection with the Website.
11. Privacy
Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices.
12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New South Wales, Australia. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales in relation to any dispute arising under or in connection with these Terms.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us via the contact details provided on the Website, or betweenacockandahardplacepod@gmail.com.
Privacy Policy
Last updated: 9 June 2026
1. Our Commitment to Privacy
Richard Gorman, creator of the podcast "Between A Cock And A Hard Place" ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your personal information and handling it responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal information in connection with our website and podcast.
We are bound by the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) ("Privacy Act") and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in that Act. This policy is written to comply with those obligations.
2. What Personal Information We Collect
The types of personal information we may collect include:
• your name and email address, if you contact us or subscribe to any mailing list;
• your message or enquiry content, if you submit a contact form;
• technical information such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited, collected automatically when you access the Website; and
• any other information you choose to provide to us.
We do not actively solicit sensitive information (such as health information) through the Website. However, if you voluntarily choose to disclose health or medical experiences to us via contact forms or emails, we will handle this sensitive information with a high level of care and strict confidentiality in accordance with the Privacy Act.
3. How We Collect Personal Information
We collect personal information in the following ways:
• directly from you when you contact us, submit a form, or subscribe to communications;
• automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit the Website; and
• from third-party platforms (such as podcast hosting platforms and social media) where you interact with us.
4. Why We Collect Personal Information
We collect and use your personal information to:
• respond to your enquiries and communicate with you;
• send you updates, newsletters, or information about the podcast, if you have subscribed;
• improve and maintain the Website;
• understand how users engage with our content; and
• comply with legal obligations.
We will not use your personal information for a purpose other than the primary purpose for which it was collected without your consent, unless permitted by the Privacy Act.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about how you interact with the site. This may include your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on pages.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being set; however, some parts of the Website may not function properly if you do so.
We may also use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) that collect and process data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review Google's privacy policy for more information.
6. Disclosure of Personal Information
We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may disclose your personal information to:
• third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Website or delivering our podcast (such as website hosting providers, email platforms, or analytics services), who are obligated to handle your information in accordance with applicable privacy laws;
• podcast distribution platforms (such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and others) through which our content is distributed, subject to their own privacy policies;
• government agencies, law enforcement, or other parties where we are required to do so by law; or
• any other party with your consent.
Some of our service providers may be located overseas, most likely in the United States of America. Where this is the case, we take reasonable steps to ensure that those parties handle your information in a manner consistent with Australian privacy law.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information we hold from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. These measures include using reputable hosting and email service providers with appropriate security practices in place.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or de-identify it.
9. Access and Correction
Under the Privacy Act, you have the right to access personal information we hold about you and to request that we correct it if it is inaccurate, out of date, incomplete, irrelevant, or misleading.
To make an access or correction request, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this policy. We will respond to your request within a reasonable time and in accordance with the APPs. In some circumstances we may decline a request, in which case we will provide reasons.
10. Complaints
If you believe we have not handled your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act or this Privacy Policy, you may make a complaint by contacting us in the first instance. We will respond to your complaint within 30 days.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC):
• Website: www.oaic.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 363 992
• Post: GPO Box 5218, Sydney NSW 2001
11. Links to Other Websites
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, including podcast platforms and social media. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
12. Children's Privacy
Our Website and podcast content is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 15. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
14. Contact Us
For any questions, access or correction requests, or complaints relating to this Privacy Policy, please contact us via the contact details provided on the Website, or betweenacockandahardplacepod@gmail.com.