SipCyber is IT Audit Labs’ newest podcast addition to The Audit family, hosted by Jen Lotze, who brings a unique journey from special education teacher to Minnesota Cybersecurity State Coordinator. Each episode combines coffee shop reviews with practical, jargon-free cybersecurity tips—making digital safety approachable for everyone.
Jennifer’s mission is simple: help people protect themselves and their organizations from criminals without the intimidation factor, delivering real protection you can actually use while exploring the best coffee communities have to offer.
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Google reorganized its privacy controls, and the headlines calling it a secret tracking expansion aren't quite right. In this episode, Jen breaks down what changed: one broad setting is now several separate controls covering search[...]
Your smart TV shipped with privacy settings nobody reads and most people never change. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze visits Revelry Brewing on Folly Beach, South Carolina, to unpack one of the most[...]
What if the website wasn't fake — but the message it showed you was? In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze stops into City on a Hill Coffee in Leadville, CO, where the Colorado Rockies[...]
Confidence isn't something you find — it's something you build, one skill at a time. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze visits Bitty and Beau's Coffee in Charleston, SC, a shop with a mission[...]
In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze settles into The Fox and Pantry in Plymouth, MN — a space so thoughtfully designed it immediately earns your trust — and uses that feeling as the perfect[...]
Your name. Your city. Your job title. Your relatives' names. It's all out there — and attackers don't need to hack you when they can just look you up. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze[...]
Temporary doesn't mean safe. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze stops into Happy Monday and Company in Roseville, MN — a coffee shop born from a mobile cart, built on handmade pottery, good community,[...]
The more consistent something feels, the more we trust it. That's human nature — and it's exactly what makes AI identity systems worth paying attention to. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze steps into Being[...]
If something feels right, do you question it? In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze sits down at Walden Coffee in Minnesota with a plain latte—one with just enough latte art to make her stop[...]
AI doesn't just help defenders anymore—attackers are using it to study you before you ever know you're a target. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze sits down at Forgotten Star Brewing in Fridley, MN—a former[...]
Your photos are talking behind your back — and most people have no idea. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze stops into Profit Coffee in North Charleston, SC — a thoughtfully designed space where even[...]
You assume your messages are private. But what if that assumption is the vulnerability? In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze settles in at Estuary in St. John's Island with a wheat ale and unpacks a[...]
You already know to watch out for IRS scams—but do you know how to lock down your Social Security number before someone uses it? In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze visits Clouded Coffee on[...]
The moment money shows up unexpectedly, most of us want to do the right thing—send it back, fix the mistake, move on. That's exactly what scammers are counting on. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen[...]
Trust is the thing scammers exploit most—and tax season hands it to them on a silver platter. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze visits The Mixing Jug, a hidden courtyard gem in Marlow, England,[...]
Your phone isn't eavesdropping—it's doing something far more calculated. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze visits Meta Coffee and Bookstore in Anoka, MN, where the warmth of an old-school wooden bar and a quiet[...]
Your phone is never fully asleep—and most people have no idea what's running quietly in the background. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze visits Compassion Coffee in Anoka, MN—a nonprofit built on second chances—and[...]
A third-grader mishearing a Paul Simon song just delivered the most important cybersecurity lesson of the year. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze stops into Conscious Cup Coffee in Crystal Lake, IL—home of the[...]
What does flying a small airplane have to do with cybersecurity? More than you'd think. In this episode of SipCyber, host Jen Lotze visits Grounds Coffee Bar in Crystal Lake, IL, and draws a powerful[...]
You don't have to be in college to become a victim. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze visits Sunshine Coffee in Lake Elmo, MN, to break down the "ghost student scam"—a sophisticated identity theft[...]
The agreement you clicked through without reading just changed the rules. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze visits Raw Deal in Menominee, Wisconsin, and breaks down TikTok's recent U.S. Terms and Privacy Policy update—the[...]
In this episode, Jen breaks down how to "rabbit hole yourself" before someone else does. She walks through practical steps to audit your digital footprint, delete dormant accounts, and intentionally curate the top results that[...]
What do a North Carolina brewery destroyed by Hurricane Helene and a cybersecurity victim have in common? More than you think. This isn't just another "how to prevent hacks" episode—it's about what happens when the[...]
Think white papers are just boring documents for IT teams? Think again. Understanding these authoritative guides is your secret weapon for spotting massive risks before they become disasters—whether you work in HR, marketing, finance, or[...]
Ever clicked "Sign in with Google" without thinking twice? You're not alone—but that convenience might be your biggest security risk. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze breaks down the invisible web of permissions connecting[...]
Looking back at the cybersecurity lessons that made the biggest difference this year? Jen breaks down the 9 most powerful, actionable steps you've learned through SipCyber - the security moves that drastically reduce your risk[...]
The holidays aren't just busy for shoppers—they're prime hunting season for cybercriminals. While you're wrapping gifts and booking flights, threat actors are unwrapping your financial data at gas pumps, coffee shops, and fake charity sites. In[...]
AI companions are becoming digital "friends" to our children—and that's a serious problem. When kids start treating AI like a trusted companion instead of a tool, we're seeing real harm: emotional manipulation, self-worth issues, and[...]
The tools we trust most can deceive us fastest. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze brings insights straight from Wild West Hackin' Fest—one of the premier ethical hacking conferences—to Wabasha Brewing in St. Paul,[...]
Trust is essential in our daily lives—but it's also what scammers exploit most. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze visits Central Park Coffee in Owatonna, MN, to discuss two evolving scams that prey on[...]
That urgent text about a package delivery? That call from "your bank"? They might be scams designed to steal your personal information. In this episode of SipCyber, Jen Lotze breaks down smishing (SMS phishing) and[...]
What if a criminal could steal your phone number and use it to break into every account you own? That's exactly what happens in a SIM swap attack—and it's more common than you think. In this[...]
What if someone could steal your house without ever stepping foot on your property? It happened to Graceland—and it could happen to you. In this episode of SipCyber, host Jen Lotze breaks down the growing[...]
What if your coffee habit could teach you one of the smartest cybersecurity moves for protecting your money? In this episode of SipCyber, host Jen Lotze takes us on a virtual trip to Nomad Coffee[...]
Enjoying coffee at a cozy booth in Greenbridge Coffee got me thinking: why don't our social media profiles feel as secure as this space? The uncomfortable truth is that most apps default to "public"—meaning strangers[...]
What if that urgent email from "Amazon" isn't from Amazon at all? Before you click that link, you need to know what to look for—because phishing scams have gotten scary good, and they're counting on[...]
Think public Wi-Fi is harmless? Think again. In this episode of SipCyber, host Jen Lotze breaks down exactly why connecting to that coffee shop network is like broadcasting your most sensitive information to everyone around[...]
What happens when you combine the perfect latte with life-changing cybersecurity advice? Welcome to the very first episode of SipCyber! Jennifer Lotze kicks things off at Backstory Coffee Roasters in St. Paul, Minnesota—a hometown hero[...]- We're thrilled to announce SipCyber, a new podcast presented by IT Audit Labs.Meet Jen Lotze, our newest team member who brings an incredible journey: special education teacher → school district tech leader → Minnesota Cybersecurity[...]