INTERVIEW - Brett Lindner - 03 September 2026
Summary
Bruce Linder joins The FIVEAA Sports Show to discuss his new memoir, *Time on the Last*, which chronicles his career and battle with stage 4 kidney cancer. He shares how the book began as a love letter to his daughter, aiming to preserve his life story and stimulate family conversations. Linder explains that proceeds from the book support ANZUP cancer research, highlighting his recent sold-out launch event. The episode concludes with a promotion for his upcoming appearance on the *Conversations with K Cornsey* podcast.
Topics discussed
Introduction and welcome for Bruce Linder
Book details and initial feedback
Comparison to Steve Waugh's memoir
John Brewster Jones' reaction to the manuscript
Introspection and family history
Friendship with John Brewster Jones
Origin of the book and charity partnership
Current health status and the cliffhanger ending
Kidney cancer prevalence and symptoms
Humility and the fragility of health
Stimulating conversations with children
Daughter's reaction and raw emotional content
Book launch event and fundraising
Where to purchase the book
Promotion of upcoming podcast episode
Closing remarks and final sign-off
Final call to action for the book
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