Podcast Summary: Black Entrepreneur Experience – Episode 536

From Entertainment Mogul to Wellness CEO | Tyrell Lewis
Release Date: February 11, 2026
Host: Dr. Frances Richards
Guest: Dr. Tyrell “Rio” Lewis, CEO of Sea Moss and Natural Herbs

Episode Overview

This episode features Dr. Tyrell “Rio” Lewis, an entertainment and marketing veteran turned wellness entrepreneur and ethnobotany practitioner. Host Dr. Frances Richards explores how Tyrell’s near-death health crisis sparked his mission to provide pure, responsibly sourced sea moss and herbs from his farm in Grenada, and unpacks his journey from the music industry to holistic wellness. Tyrell shares wisdom about discovering purpose, lessons on integrity, practical herb advice, and building a business rooted in both legacy and community health.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

Tyrell Lewis’ Background and Business Mission

• Tyrell’s Introduction ([02:19]):
  • Owns 100-acre jungle in Grenada; wildcrafts and processes sea moss and herbs in-house.
  • Mission: Provide authentic, responsibly sourced natural products.
• Quote:

  “We are a fully vertically integrated wellness institution...everything is responsibly sourced...from our land in Grenada.”
  – Tyrell Lewis, [02:19]

Why Sea Moss? The Health Journey

• Turning Point ([02:52]):
  • Developed severe sepsis, nearly died—drove him to wellness.
  • Became an ethnobotany practitioner after studying plant benefits.
  • Sea Moss Benefits ([04:19]):
    • Contains 91 of the 101 minerals body needs.
    • Supports cellular repair, hormone production, thyroid, energy, and more.
    • Unique for non-jittery “clean energy” and vital organ support.
  • Quote:

    “If your minerals are low, nothing else works like sea moss does.”
    – Tyrell Lewis, [04:19]

Authenticity & Quality in Botanical Medicine

• Authenticity Matters ([03:30], [06:46]):
  • Flood of “fake” sea moss on the market—must know your source.
  • Sea Moss and Natural Herbs controls every step from ocean/farm to package.
• Consumer Caution:

  “Make sure that you’re getting your sea moss from a place that you can verify the authenticity.”
  – Tyrell Lewis, [03:30]

How to Take Sea Moss and Herbs

• Forms of Sea Moss ([05:44]):
  • Gel (homemade, blended with fruits) or supplement form.
  • Culinary use also possible, but raw taste is “acquired.”
• Starting with Herbs Safely ([24:31]):
  • Start with teas/supplements from reputable sources.
  • Herbs work with the body’s natural systems, not against.
  • Beware interactions with medications—consult knowledgeably.
  • Company offers assessment for new users (“the Herb Bar”).

From Music Industry to Wellness CEO

• Marketing Roots ([13:34]):
  • Formerly in U.S. Army field marketing (launched "An Army of One").
  • Instrumental in launching careers (Rihanna, Kanye West, Jeezy, etc.); involved in launch of "Keeping Up with the Kardashians."
• The Health Crisis ([15:11]):
  • Contracted life-threatening infection in Turks and Caicos, misdiagnosed as athlete’s foot.
  • Herbal support led to “miracle” hospital recovery.
  • Shifted focus from the music business to full-time wellness entrepreneurship.
• Quote:

  “The entertainment business...wasn’t fulfilling my soul…Once I really started taking my wellness journey serious, I found my actual purpose.”
  – Tyrell Lewis, [17:59]

Finding and Living Your Purpose

• Purpose Discovery ([18:58]):
  • Shares a Venn diagram tool from his book (“Turn Your Purpose into Profit”) to clarify purpose.
  • Purpose is “the burning desire...God has put you on this planet for.”
  • His: Helping people, blending wellness, business, and spirituality.
• Quote:

  "Your purpose is that burning desire on why you feel God has put you on this planet.”
  – Tyrell Lewis, [19:18]

Community Health & The Problem Tyrell Wants to Solve

• Accessibility and Education ([09:06]):
  • Modern food/water supply is adulterated.
  • Need to educate communities and offer access to real, pure herbal support.
  • Importance of balance—not extremism—in health.
• Quote:

  “Somebody has to help educate our community and give them opportunities to have things that could support their health journey.”
  – Tyrell Lewis, [09:06]

Building a Values-Driven Company

• Integrity and Team ([30:19]):
  • Many staff started as customers—ambassadors for the product.
  • Integrity, quality, authentic testimonials more important than trend-chasing.
• Quote:

  “Anything we produce...if it’s not going to be good, we don’t have to produce it.”
  – Tyrell Lewis, [36:32]

Overcoming Internal Barriers

• Personal Growth ([33:54]):
  • Learned to soften communication style after moving from NYC to Georgia.
  • Meditation, sound healing, studying “human design,” and personal development have mellowed and disciplined him.
• Quote:

  “Once I really stayed consistent with meditation and personal development, it really changed the trajectory of all my businesses.”
  – Tyrell Lewis, [35:19]

Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

• Due Diligence in the Online Age ([28:45]):
  • Testimonials, word-of-mouth, and community matter more than online claims.
  • Avoid “fake it till you make it”—look for real customer stories.
• Balanced Health Tips ([10:56]):
  • Advocate for incremental steps (“I Hate Working Out” campaign).
  • “Balanced lifestyle” is key to long-term progress.

Notable Quotes and Moments

• On Purpose and Success:

  “My success is determined by how much I’m able to help other people...I want to see nice cars in the parking lot—meaning I want my staff to succeed too.”
  – Tyrell Lewis, [37:57]

• On Faith and Spirituality:

  “Spirituality is a personal journey...you have to find what is internal to you. As long as you follow godly principles, you’ll get to where you need to be.”
  – Tyrell Lewis, [31:33]

• On Legacy:

  “I would like to be remembered as a man of integrity and a man that would give the shirt off his back.”
  – Tyrell Lewis, [33:10]

• Favorite Comfort Food:
  “Red progress snapper.” ([40:25])

• Relaxation:
  “Meditating.” ([40:34])

• Favorite Artist:
  “Jay-Z.” ([40:39])

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Intro and Guest Bio: [01:22 – 02:19]
• Sea Moss Sourcing and Benefits: [02:19 – 04:19]
• How to Take Sea Moss/Herbs: [05:44 – 06:46], [24:31 – 28:06]
• Music Industry Backstory: [13:34 – 15:11]
• Health Crisis and Transformation: [15:11 – 18:35]
• Finding Purpose: [18:58 – 22:47]
• Advice on Health, Herbs, Balance: [10:56 – 12:27], [24:31 – 28:06]
• Due Diligence for Herbs: [28:06 – 31:24]
• Internal/Personal Growth: [33:54 – 35:52]
• Influencers and Legacy: [36:05 – 37:57], [33:10]
• Rapid Round Fun: [40:22 – 41:25]
• Contact Info and Outro: [41:25 – end]

How to Connect & Learn More

• Website: seamossandnaturalherbs.com
• Instagram & Social: @DrTyrellLewis
• Book: Turn Your Purpose Into Profit (turnyourpurposeintoprofit.com)

Tone:
Candid, motivational, practical, and infused with Tyrell’s “helper” energy and value-driven approach.

For Listeners:
If you’re inspired by entrepreneurship rooted in integrity, holistic health, and overcoming adversity, Dr. Tyrell Lewis’ journey offers actionable wisdom, from the wellness of your body to the integrity of your business. From the Bronx to Grenada, his story encourages balance, vigilance, and finding your true sense of purpose.