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 threat of property fraud while sipping coffee at the vintage-inspired Maqua Coffee in Roseville, MN. Property fraud isn't just about stolen credit cards or compromised bank accounts. Criminals are forging house deeds and claiming ownership of real properties—and most homeowners have no...

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 Bar in Enfield, Ireland—a dreamy, pink-hued sanctuary—to deliver a financial security tip that every traveler, parent, and online shopper needs to hear. Jen breaks down the "credit card safety net" principle: why using credit cards instead of debit cards creates a crucial buffer between fraudsters an...

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 can see your posts, photos, and even your real-time location. In this episode of SipCyber, we're breaking down how to lock down your digital life in just 5 minutes, starting with the privacy settings most people never touch. What You'll Learn: Why default privacy sett...

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 you to act fast without thinking twice. In this episode of SipCyber, host Jen Lotze visits Waystone Coffee in River Falls, WI, to share a simple but powerful cybersecurity tip: how to recognize phishing attempts before they compromise your personal information. With AI making scam emails mor...

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 you. Discover why your phone's 5G connection is actually safer than that "free" airport Wi-Fi, and learn the one simple habit that could save you from becoming the next data breach victim. This isn't just theory—it's practical security advice you can implement immedi...

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 just three minutes from IT Audit Labs that's roasting beans and building community. But here's the kicker: while you're sipping that incredible coffee and swiping your card, criminals might be targeting the people with the cleanest credit scores. That mea...

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 State Coordinator → IT Audit Labs. SipCyber is our newest addition to The Audit Podcast family, combining: Coffee shop reviewsDecaffeinated cybersecurity tipsMaking digital safety approachable for everyoneJen's mission? Help people protect themselves and their ...