The Game Changer Unlocked (Audio)

In this powerful episode of The Game Changer Unlocked, we explore a new way of thinking about health—moving beyond simply treating symptoms to truly restoring function and reshaping the healthcare system. The first segment dives into chronic pain, low back issues, posture dysfunction, fascia health, and movement-based rehabilitation. Learn how muscle imbalances, desk life, poor breathing patterns, and mobility restrictions contribute to persistent pain—and discover practical strategies to rebuild strength, improve alignment, and stop normalizing discomfort. In the second half, the focus shifts to healthcare reform and the growing impact of nurse practitioner–led practices. The discussion highlights the difference between “sick care” and value-based care, emphasizing prevention, whole-person treatment, long-term relationships, and improved patient outcomes. You’ll also learn how a national directory is helping patients connect with independent providers who prioritize personalized, relational care. Chapters (00:00:06) - Game Changer: Rethinking Health(00:00:45) - What Usually Drives Back Pain?(00:03:40) - Osteopath Talk About Mobility and Postural Changes(00:12:06) - How to Treat Back and Neck Pain(00:18:17) - Fascial Work(00:19:34) - How to help with back pain?(00:21:39) - Walking vs Running(00:22:49) - Jillian on Reclaiming Your Health(00:23:59) - National Nurse Practitioner Entrepreneur Network(00:26:06) - Sick Care vs Healthcare(00:27:54) - Nurse Practitioner advice on labs and feeling lousy(00:29:32) - NNPN Network: The Network for Nurse Practitioners(00:30:38) - The Biggest Myths About Nurse Practists(00:31:42) - Nurse Practitioner-led Practices(00:33:15) - NnPN: The National Nurse Practitioner Entrepreneur Network(00:36:00) - Now Media TV: The Game Changer Unlocked(00:36:51) - The Nurse Practitioner Directory(00:40:08) - Nurse Practitioner Proposals(00:43:36) - Healthcare Value-Based Care(00:45:45) - NNPEN Business directory(00:48:53) - Nurse Practitioner Health: Body and the System

In this powerful episode of Game Changer Unlocked, host Bryan Fetzer interviews leadership expert Rob Kowski, an MIT-trained engineer turned performance coach who helps executives, founders, and elite performers lead with clarity in chaotic times. Discover how his “I’m Human” method improves decision-making, reduces stress responses, and boosts team engagement, productivity, and innovation. Learn why most leaders get stuck in DIY leadership traps, how psychological safety drives measurable ROI, and practical steps to overcome burnout, uncertainty, and imposter syndrome. This episode breaks down real leadership tactics—from giving effective feedback and setting expectations to using AI wisely without losing human connection. If you want actionable strategies to improve culture, increase retention, and lead high-performing teams in today’s fast-changing world, this conversation delivers research-backed insights you can apply immediately.

Discover how cutting-edge technology is reshaping sports performance, leadership strategy, and business innovation. In this episode, a global sports-tech expert reveals how elite teams across major leagues use AI, wearables, recovery tools, and data analytics to reduce injuries, improve sleep, and maximize results. Learn how organizations evaluate new technologies, avoid costly mistakes, and turn innovation hype into measurable impact. The conversation explores real examples, future trends, budgeting insights, and leadership habits that drive high-performance cultures. Whether you work in sports, business, or tech, this episode delivers actionable insights on making smarter decisions, adopting the right tools, and staying ahead in a rapidly evolving performance landscape.

In this episode of The Game Changer Unlocked (aired 02-04-26), we explore how women can build sustainable health, long-term strength, and peak performance without relying on extreme diets or burnout-driven routines. The conversation dives into the pillars of wellness—sleep, stress management, movement, and nutrition—and why small, consistent habits often create the biggest transformations. Topics include the power of walking as an underrated health tool, the importance of strength training for women over 40, hormone balance, stress resilience, and how lifestyle choices impact mental clarity, confidence, and leadership. This episode also challenges the common “eat less, move more” mindset and explains why it often backfires for busy, high-performing women. Instead, it focuses on practical, real-life strategies that support longevity, brain health, and overall well-being. Chapters (00:00:00) - Game Changer Unlocked(00:01:11) - What Led You into Wellbeing and Functional Nutrition(00:03:17) - Your Work is More of a Calling than a Career(00:04:58) - The Process of Coaching(00:07:49) - Small Changes Can Make a Big Difference(00:10:36) - Walking and Sleep(00:12:40) - NOW Media TV: The Game Changer Unlocked(00:13:22) - Walking Challenges(00:17:52) - The Women's Walking Group(00:21:31) - Walking Groups for Women(00:22:34) - Walking and Strength Training(00:25:14) - The 4 Pillars of Wellbeing for Women(00:27:38) - How To Approach Nutrition For Your Client(00:31:19) - Why Should Women Workout After 40?(00:36:13) - How to get your wife walking again(00:38:09) - Game Changer Unlocked(00:39:14) - How to manage stress in your life? ((00:42:46) - How PMD Affects Your Work Performance(00:44:21) - How to Workout Through Perimenopause & Menopause(00:49:02) - How to Get Back in Control of Your Life

Welcome to The Game Changer Unlocked, the show where bold leaders reveal how they are transforming health, business, and performance in real life. Hosted by Brian Fetzer, this episode features Dr. Ron Ely, PhD, CEO and founder of Mexico Bariatric Center, one of the most trusted names in bariatric and metabolic surgery worldwide. Dr. Ely breaks down the truth about bariatric surgery versus GLP-1 medications, long-term outcomes, affordability, and why trust and education are critical when making life-changing health decisions. The conversation continues with student-athlete and entrepreneur Tanner Maddox, who shares how faith, discipline, and speed helped him build multiple companies while playing college football. He introduces Agape Energy, a mission-driven energy drink brand focused on clean ingredients, community, and purpose-led growth. Chapters (00:00:00) - Game Changer Unlocked(00:01:27) - Dr. Jeffrey Doctor on Medical Tourism in Tijuana(00:02:51) - Bariatric Surgery in Tijuana(00:04:25) - Bariatric Surgery and Hormone Changes(00:06:25) - GLP1 medications and bariatric surgery(00:10:24) - Obstructive Surgery: Quality but Cost(00:11:42) - Mexican Bariatric Surgery Center(00:15:27) - Student Athlete Turned Entrepreneur(00:20:39) - Offensive lineman Brandon Miller on His Life(00:26:42) - Tanner McAfee on His New Business: Agape Energy(00:30:27) - Mighty Mango Energy Drink(00:34:09) - Where will people find agape first?(00:35:27) - Community Building the New York Energy Drink(00:39:26) - How to Keep Your Life Balanced in Your 30s(00:39:59) - Tequila Fuel: Where to Start?(00:42:55) - Agape Energy:(00:46:52) - How to Salvage From Burnout(00:48:57) - Startups 101: What Could They Do To Get Started?(00:52:27) - Dr. Ron Ely and Tannermatics

In this insightful episode, Darius Fong breaks down the biggest myths around early-stage entrepreneurship and reveals the simple habits, experiments, and feedback systems that help founders validate ideas, attract customers, stay creative, and build momentum without wasting money or time. From measuring what matters to using movement, community, and weekly cycles to stay sharp, this episode gives practical steps any founder can apply immediately. Chapters (00:00:00) - Game Changer Unlocked(00:00:56) - How I Went From Recording Artist to Tech Pioneer(00:04:55) - Post-Partition: The Culture of Music(00:06:35) - Coming soon: The Startup Process(00:07:58) - Pushing the Career Curve(00:11:53) - Grammy Award-winning Producer and Startup Founder Darius Fong(00:18:23) - How to Build a Startup: From Start to Capital(00:24:37) - What Every Early Founder Needs To Know(00:30:35) - Economists on the Future of Science(00:31:09) - Have You Waited to Raise Money?(00:33:17) - 3 Mistakes Startups Make In Their Pitch(00:35:24) - GAME CHANGER UNLOCKED(00:36:36) - How to Ask for Feedback Without Egotism(00:40:48) - Getting Back in the Flow(00:42:44) - The Runtech Club: Coffee Houses and Creativity(00:44:53) - The Rise of Independent Coffee Companies(00:47:30) - Run Tech Club(00:48:48) - Brian Fetzer

In this episode, Bryan Fetzer sits down with Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt, co-founders of The Prosper Group and authors of Liberty Spenders. They discuss how entrepreneurs can connect with consumers and businesses that align with their values a market estimated at nearly $5 trillion in annual spending. Chapters (00:00:00) - Game Changer Unlocked(00:01:05) - Liberty Spenders: The Market for Christian Businesses(00:04:36) - Advertising's authenticity and trust(00:06:12) - How to Connect with Your Customers Through Conviction-Driven Marketing(00:08:46) - Liberation Spenders(00:10:59) - Now Media TV: The Game Changer Unlocked(00:11:39) - Meet the Founders of Crowdfund(00:15:15) - Donor Trust: Watch Out for Gimmicks(00:17:17) - Have Political Donors Changed Their Minds?(00:19:23) - Is There a Similar Process for Nonprofits as Political Campaigns?(00:21:17) - POLICE ON FIRE: The Prosper Group(00:23:14) - What Makes The Prosper Group Different Than Other Advertising Agencies?(00:28:05) - The Liberty Business Alliance(00:30:51) - Have We Needed More Partners?(00:33:42) - Why Business Owners Should Be Open About Where They're At(00:36:31) - Game Changer Unlocked(00:37:58) - Coffee or Tea(00:38:53) - How to Get Stuff Done When You're Distracted(00:40:15) - The Next Step in Reception(00:43:22) - Affiliate Marketing: The Best Bet(00:44:44) - What's Overrated and Underrated?(00:46:31) - Liberation Spenders

From reinventing tournaments and uniforms to solving the biggest operational gaps in youth sports, Lenz Sports Group has quickly become one of the fastest-growing forces in the industry. In this episode, host Bryan Fetzer sits down with founders Matt and Mike to uncover how a chance meeting on a baseball field sparked a company now transforming events, logistics, technology, and the overall athlete experience nationwide.

Chad Wesley Smith joins Steven Harvalias to share his journey of personal and professional transformation. From overcoming extreme challenges in sports to turning his passion into thriving businesses, both guests reveal how discipline, resilience, and a focused mindset can unlock unique opportunities in life and business. Discover the strategies behind growing personal brands, the importance of mindset in competition, and how to overcome seemingly impossible obstacles.

In this episode of The Game Changer Unlocked, Joel Steele shares his inspiring journey of resilience and reinvention, from hitting rock bottom at 25 to becoming co-owner of Steel Financial Solutions and two professional franchises: the Grand Rapids Gold (NBA G League) and Rhode Island FC (USL Championship). Learn how Joel turns challenges into purpose and legacy, and how his book Life Switch guides a new generation to take control of their own transformation.

In this episode of The Game Changer Unlocked, Bryan Fetzer talks with Sean Lesser, founder of The Real, about the importance of mental health awareness and building supportive communities. Additionally, Dr. Hector Morales-Negron, Mental Performance Director for the Pittsburgh Pirates, shares strategies for athletes and coaches on focus, resilience, and pressure management. Discover how personal experiences can transform lives, break

Host Bryan Fetzer  sits down with Dr. Larry Balle, a double board-certified physician in Sports and Family Medicine, whose work is transforming recovery for athletes and active individuals alike.

Bryan Fetzer interviews Erwin McManus on mindset, faith, and resilient leadership—leading through adversity, finding identity, and unlocking purpose. Transformation you can apply today. Chapters (00:00:00) - With Irwin McManus(00:01:35) - How Did My Early Life Shape My Leadership Experience?(00:04:56) - The Secret to Mental Health(00:06:15) - How does your faith tie into that into,(00:09:45) - How to Help a Leader Make a Decisive Proposal(00:12:06) - Now Media TV: The Game Changer Unlocked(00:12:38) - The Art of Resilient Leadership(00:15:10) - How to Win at Trusting People(00:17:48) - How Spiritual Leadership Differs from the Secular World(00:19:34) - Mind Shift: What's a Mind Shift(00:22:55) - Choosing a Life of Intention(00:26:43) - Why Self-Knowledge Is So Important for Leaders(00:31:06) - Self-Advancement for Rich People(00:38:46) - Game Changer Unlocked: Andrew Petcash(00:39:36) - Exploring Profluence Sports: From Athletes to Business(00:42:26) - What Do Sports Founders Face Today?(00:44:03) - Have More Investors Put Their Money Into Sports?(00:46:12) - Interviewing ESPN's Jim Gray(00:47:57) - Andrew Petcash on Profluence Sports Business Association(00:50:59) - Unlock Your Potential

Dr. Lary Balle explains PRP and orthobiologics—who qualifies, costs, timelines, and results—helping pros & weekend warriors heal fast without surgery. Sports medicine that works. Chapters (00:00:10) - Game Changer Unlocked(00:01:19) - What is PRP Therapy?(00:02:26) - How Orthoobiotics Help Heal and Regenerate Your Body(00:03:37) - Are athletes in the optimal group for PRP therapy?(00:04:45) - Is PRP Therapy beneficial for musculoskeletal injuries?(00:08:23) - PRP Therapy for Arthritis and Tendon Injury(00:09:30) - Osteoobiologics(00:13:08) - Dr. Lary Baye on PRP Therapy for Athletes(00:15:09) - Olympian and CrossFit Athletes: Should They Get PR(00:18:15) - How to Become a Better Physician by Learning(00:19:19) - How to Treat Athletes' Injuries(00:22:06) - The Farthest Distance You Can Travel to See a Physician(00:23:23) - Osteoarthritis and Regenerative Medicine(00:27:27) - Do Basketball and Pickleball Players Need the Right Shoes?(00:29:56) - How to Get Back in Better Shape After a Physical Injury(00:31:10) - Reveal: The Internet of Medical Advice(00:34:40) - Dr. Bey on the Game Changer(00:35:41) - The Future of Sports: The Premier Industry(00:37:59) - The Greatest Technology Impact on Sports(00:41:02) - Top NBA Executives: Unveiling New Opportunities in(00:42:22) - On the Future of Women's Sports(00:44:16) - Bold Prediction for Sports 10 Years From Now(00:47:48) - Game Changer Unlocked

Discover how mental health drives elite sports success. Dr. Chappelle breaks stigma and shares mental conditioning and school wellness strategies. Chapters (00:00:10) - The Game Changer Unlocked(00:00:51) - Have mental health challenges impacted sports?(00:04:58) - How Psychological Performance Assessment help identify and nurture the best athletes(00:06:40) - The Scientific Assessment of Sports Performance(00:08:38) - ACCESS + COhesion(00:12:19) - What's Missing from Schools' Mental Health Programs?(00:18:44) - The Anxiety of High School Grads(00:21:26) - Becoming the Best Version of Yourself(00:24:56) - Dr. Wayne Chappell on Mental Health(00:26:26) - What is effective mental health support in a Christian Church?(00:28:08) - Are pastors and clergy facing mental health issues?(00:30:23) - How does a mega church differ from a business organization?(00:32:00) - Pastor Pell on Mental Health(00:35:02) - Unlock Human Potential(00:37:18) - What are the Core Traits that Drive Athletes' Performance?(00:38:52) - Walking the Athletes Through Adversity(00:41:16) - The Traits of Team-oriented Athletes(00:44:29) - Psyoptimal(00:46:13) - Psyoptimal

NFL dietitian Roberta Anding reveals what truly fuels performance—gut health, real food, and smart supplements. No fads, just facts. Nutrition for pros, parents, and anyone who wants to level up.