Guests - Tyler Ornstein, Seth Keshel, Dave Smith, Victoria Lem

Tyler's Coffee: From 13-Year-Old Entrepreneur to Multimillion-Dollar Business

Tyler Ornstein's journey into the coffee business began at age 13 when his father posed a simple question: "What's the second largest commodity item in the world?" After discovering it was coffee (following oil), Tyler found himself at the center of a family health crisis that would eventually revolutionize how coffee affects the human digestive system.

Tyler's father suffered from peptic ulcers and could no longer drink regular coffee due to adverse side effects. Despite their limited common ground, coffee had always been something they bonded over. When his father developed a method to create coffee that wouldn't aggravate his condition, he saw an opportunity that extended far beyond personal relief.

At 14, Tyler launched Tyler's Coffee with nothing more than a backpack full of silver packets and determination. His initial strategy was remarkably simple: go door-to-door in the neighborhood, hand out free samples, and collect names and phone numbers. The early results were discouraging. Most people either hung up on him or didn't answer their phones at all.

But persistence paid off. Tyler's first real customer changed everything. After trying the coffee, she declared it "some of the best coffee I ever had" and confirmed it didn't hurt her stomach. When she asked where to buy it, Tyler realized he hadn't even set a price yet. On the spot, he said "a dollar a bag," and she immediately ordered $20 worth.

When this customer asked for the company name, Tyler didn't have one. After learning his name was Tyler, she suggested "Tyler's Coffee" – and that's how the company got its name from its very first paying customer.

The Science Behind Acid-Free Coffee

What makes Tyler's Coffee unique isn't marketing hype – it's a patented roasting process that eliminates acids without compromising taste. Over 100 million Americans struggle with acid-related digestive issues, and traditional coffee can exacerbate conditions like GERD, leaky gut, heartburn, and overactive bladder.

Tyler's Coffee uses ultraviolet light and hot air to prevent the blooming of tannic and lipid acids during roasting. By keeping these acids dormant throughout the entire process, the coffee becomes genuinely alkaline rather than acidic. When consumed, the body processes it smoothly without the typical digestive distress associated with regular coffee.

This isn't about adding chemicals or using artificial processes. The method was developed by Tyler's father, who approached the problem from a scientific perspective. The result is coffee that maintains full caffeine content and rich flavor while being gentle on the digestive system.

Dr. V Detroglio, a board-certified urologist who speaks internationally on urology, conducted a white paper study confirming that Tyler's Coffee is optimal for people with Crohn's disease and irritable bowel syndrome. Having medical endorsement from specialists who treat acid-related conditions validates the science behind the product.

Building a Customer-Centric Business

Twenty-three years after that first $20 sale, Tyler's Coffee has become a multimillion-dollar company with an 80% customer retention rate. This statistic speaks to something most major brands would envy – customers who genuinely love the product and consistently reorder.

The company now sells through Amazon, Walmart stores and online, Target online, eBay, and their website tylerscoffees.com. Despite this growth, Tyler maintains that the foundation of success remains simple: helping people.

"When you have your own product or service, you need to have a cornerstone with one word on it: help," Tyler explains. "If you're not helping the consumer, you're not going to be successful."

This philosophy extends beyond marketing speak. Every bag that leaves their warehouse represents relief for someone who previously couldn't enjoy coffee without digestive consequences. Many customers discover Tyler's Coffee through doctor referrals, as gastroenterologists and other medical professionals recommend it to patients struggling with acid-related issues.

The Acid-Free Revolution

Tyler positions his company at the forefront of what he calls "the acid-free revolution." This movement addresses the broader health implications of acidic diets and their cumulative effects on the body over time.

Creating an alkaline diet becomes increasingly important as people age. While the effects of acidic consumption may not be immediately apparent in younger individuals, they compound over time like interest. Starting with acid-free coffee early can contribute to better long-term digestive health.

The company deliberately avoids flavored varieties, despite frequent customer requests. This decision stems from their focus on the medical benefits of their product. People who can't consume regular coffee due to health conditions can drink Tyler's Coffee – that's the priority, not creating novelty flavors.

Customers consistently describe Tyler's Coffee as "smooth" with no bitterness or lingering aftertaste. Unlike many coffees that leave a distinct coffee taste in the mouth, Tyler's Coffee provides a clean finish while maintaining the full caffeine experience and rich flavor coffee drinkers expect.

Immigration Crisis and Political Theater in Los Angeles

The recent riots in Los Angeles represent more than spontaneous civil unrest – they're the latest manifestation of coordinated political theater designed to undermine federal immigration enforcement. Captain Seth Keschel, a former Army intelligence officer and election analyst, sees these events as part of a deliberate strategy to create chaos and force heavy-handed responses.

The riots erupted in response to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations designed to remove individuals who entered the country illegally. What began as protests quickly escalated into violence, with demonstrators pelting law enforcement with bricks, cement, and frozen water bottles while blocking major highways and setting vehicles on fire.

The Democrat Hemorrhage

Behind the immediate chaos lies a more significant political shift. According to Keschel's analysis, Republicans have made voter registration gains in 11 blue states and 11 red states since November. More tellingly, Democrats are hemorrhaging membership across the country.

Pennsylvania alone has lost more than 100,000 Democratic registrations since the last election. Nationally, the total exceeds one million registrations shifting rightward across the 29 states Keschel tracks by party affiliation.

"The only way this is possible is longstanding minority working class Democrats changing sides," Keschel explains. This shift represents a fundamental rejection of Democratic policies that have failed to address the concerns of working-class communities, particularly regarding immigration and economic opportunity.

California's Disproportionate Influence

California's current crisis extends beyond Los Angeles riots to fundamental questions about representation and electoral integrity. The state appears to have at least five too many congressional seats and electoral votes because the census includes all people, not just citizens.

This inflated representation combines with what Keschel characterizes as corrupt elections to maintain Democratic control in districts that should be competitive. California is not a red state due to Republican exodus, but it's also not legitimately a 30-point blue state as recent elections suggest.

Kamala Harris lagged Joe Biden by 17% in her own home state, demonstrating the extent of electoral manipulation that occurred in 2020. Until electoral reform addresses these systemic issues, California will continue implementing policies that drive population loss while maintaining disproportionate national political influence.

Newsom's Presidential Ambitions

Governor Gavin Newsom's response to the riots reveals presidential ambitions wrapped in political theater. Rather than calling for calm and supporting law enforcement, Newsom positioned himself as a heroic defender against federal "tyranny."

Newsom announced he would file lawsuits against President Trump for deploying the National Guard, despite the Guard's legitimate role in maintaining civil order when local authorities fail. This mirrors historical precedents from Presidents Bush and Eisenhower, who used National Guard deployments to restore order during civil unrest.

The governor's challenge to ICE director Tom Homan – "He knows where to find me" – represents the kind of political grandstanding that prioritizes personal ambition over public safety. Newsom effectively launched his 2028 presidential campaign by opposing federal immigration enforcement in his own state.

The Economics of Illegal Immigration

The immigration debate fundamentally concerns economics, not emotions. Democratic policies that prioritize illegal immigrants ensure that legal Latino voters become second-class citizens in their own communities, relegated to government services and economic opportunities after resources are diverted to those without legal status.

Current polling shows 56% of Americans support deporting all illegal aliens, including nonviolent ones – an increase of more than 20% since Trump entered politics. When CNN reports such numbers, the real figure likely exceeds 60%, given that network's tendency to minimize conservative sentiment.

This shift includes minority working-class Democrats who recognize that unlimited illegal immigration undermines their economic interests and community stability. The Democrat party's grievance-based politics require spreading poverty to maintain their voting coalition, making illegal immigration a tool for political control rather than genuine humanitarian concern.

Law Enforcement Perspective on Coordinated Violence

Dave Smith, a law enforcement trainer and former police officer, recognizes the current Los Angeles riots as part of a well-established pattern of politically motivated violence. These events share common characteristics with previous organized unrest, from the planning stages through execution and media coverage.

The Anatomy of Organized Riots

Modern political riots follow predictable patterns that distinguish them from spontaneous civil unrest. They begin with "righteous outrage" over specific incidents, but quickly evolve into coordinated violence involving multiple participant categories.

Professional agitators coordinate activities through cell phone networks, directing when and how violence escalates. These organizers work alongside opportunistic criminals who participate for personal gain – stealing merchandise and engaging in destruction for entertainment.

The 2020 riots demonstrated the recreational aspect of political violence. Participants exhibited joy and frivolity while destroying property and attacking law enforcement, revealing motivations beyond political grievance.

Media Manipulation and Historical Revisionism

The mainstream media consistently misrepresents political violence when it serves Democratic party interests. They downplay destruction and casualties while portraying criminals as righteous protesters responding to legitimate grievances.

This pattern extends to historical revisionism about civil rights era violence. Media coverage implies that 1960s race riots opposed Republican policies, when in fact Democrats controlled segregationist systems throughout the South. All major civil rights legislation passed due to Republican support, yet modern narratives credit Democrats with progress they actively opposed.

The seven principles of propaganda guide mainstream media coverage of political events. They consistently emphasize Democratic talking points while minimizing or ignoring Republican perspectives, creating false impressions about both current events and historical facts.

Federal Response and Legal Authority

President Trump's threat to deploy National Guard forces represents appropriate federal response to local law enforcement failures. When state and local authorities refuse to maintain order, federal intervention becomes necessary to protect citizens and property.

California has passed laws preventing local agencies from cooperating with federal immigration enforcement, creating impossible situations for police chiefs caught between state mandates and federal requirements. This deliberate obstruction forces federal authorities to act independently rather than in partnership with local law enforcement.

The National Guard maintains dual loyalty to state and federal authorities, allowing deployment when governors fail their constitutional obligations. Historical precedents from Eisenhower through both Bush presidencies establish clear authority for federal intervention during civil unrest.

The Marxist Connection

Current Democratic leadership represents a fundamental departure from traditional American political philosophy. These aren't Democrats in the historical sense – they're Marxist-Leninists using democratic processes to gain power before implementing authoritarian control.

Arizona law specifically prohibits Communist Party organization under Title 16, yet candidates endorsed by communist organizations regularly seek office. This contradiction reveals the extent to which traditional legal and constitutional constraints have been abandoned by current Democratic leadership.

The ultimate goal involves using emotional manipulation and identity politics to maintain power while systematically undermining American institutions and constitutional governance. Violence serves this strategy by creating chaos that justifies expanded government control.

CD7 Special Election and Local Political Engagement

Victoria Lem, chairwoman of Legislative District 20, is organizing a Congressional District 7 Flag Day Forum to introduce voters to Republican candidates seeking to represent one of America's poorest congressional districts. This special election offers voters an opportunity to break 23 years of identical representation that has coincided with declining living conditions.

The Stakes in CD7

Congressional District 7 encompasses all three Arizona ports of entry and nearly the entire southern border between Arizona and Mexico. This geographic reality places the district at the center of immigration, drug trafficking, and border security issues that affect the entire nation.

Under previous representation, millions of people entered the country illegally through CD7 territory. Hundreds of thousands died from fentanyl poisoning, with the drug continuing to flood American communities through these same border crossings.

The district includes six different counties with vast geographic diversity, but shares common problems: severe homelessness, mental illness, homeless veterans, homeless families, and economic poverty that reflects failed policy approaches.

Breaking the Cycle

CD7 represents one of the poorest congressional districts in America despite – or perhaps because of – consistent Democratic representation for over two decades. This track record suggests that current approaches have failed to address fundamental challenges facing district residents.

The special election offers a unique opportunity for voters to test alternative representation for just 14 months. If they're dissatisfied with Republican performance, they can change course in the next regular election cycle.

Three Republican candidates will compete in the July 15th primary, offering voters genuine choice about future representation. The Flag Day Forum provides an opportunity to question candidates directly and evaluate their approaches to district challenges.

Practical Voting Information

The special election operates under standard primary rules – Republicans must vote in the Republican primary, Democrats in the Democratic primary. However, all voters can participate in the general election regardless of party registration.

Voter registration remains open until June 16th for the primary election, allowing citizens to register or change party affiliation if they wish to participate in specific primary contests.

The shortened timeline means that whoever wins will immediately begin running for the next full term, making candidate evaluation particularly important for long-term district representation.

Both Republican and Democratic candidates will participate in debates broadcast on KVOI, providing additional opportunities for voters to assess their options before making primary election decisions.

This local election connects directly to national issues around immigration, border security, and economic opportunity – making informed participation crucial for CD7 residents who have experienced firsthand the consequences of failed federal policies.