Website terms 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.
YouTube video content from youtube-nocookie.com loads only after you press play. From that point, YouTube's own terms and privacy policy apply. Your analytics consent choice on this Website does not cover YouTube video playback.
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.