The Game Changer Unlocked (Aired 01-21-26): Health Innovation, Trust in Care & Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurship

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 Elli, 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