Zero Breach Zone

Zero Breach Zone

Andy Lombardo & Phil Hintz

Episodes 39
Avg. Duration 32m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (2)
Since Sep 2024
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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100%
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About This Podcast

Welcome to the "Zero Breach Zone," where we delve into the vital mission of fortifying K-12 schools against breaches and phishing threats. Hosts Andy Lombardo and Phil Hintz lead insightful conversations with top experts in cybersecurity, education, and technology, uncovering strategies to protect our schools. From breaking down the latest digital threats to sharing actionable security measures, this podcast empowers educators, administrators, and parents with the tools they need to safeguard students and staff in today’s connected world.

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S2E6 The ‘Hi, How Are You?’ Scam & Smarter Cyber Threats in 2026 (Re-Air)

Jun 09, 2026 21m

Episode Description:Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of the Zero Breach Zone podcast. Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo dive into the latest cybersecurity threats facing K-12 schools.They break down the…

S2E5 Hacking With Permission: K-12 Pen Testing with Zelvin Security

May 26, 2026 30m

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 5 of the Zero Breach Zone, where hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo sit down with the people on the front lines of K-12 cybersecurity. This week they're joined by Brian…

S2E4 Surviving a School District Cyberattack with Sandra Paul

May 12, 2026 46m

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 4 of the Zero Breach Zone, where hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo sit down with the people on the front lines of K-12 cybersecurity. This week they're joined by Sandra…

S2E3 Building a Culture Around Cybersecurity with Andrew Marcinek

Apr 28, 2026 38m

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 3 of the Zero Breach Zone, where hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo sit down with leaders shaping the future of technology and security in K-12 education.This week they're…

S2E2 Cybercrime at Machine Speed: Are Schools Ready?

Apr 14, 2026 28m

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 2 of the Zero Breach Zone podcast, where hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo break down emerging cybersecurity threats and what they mean for K-12 schools in 2026.Drawing…

S2E1 Season 2 Kickoff: The ‘Hi, How Are You?’ Scam & Smarter Cyber Threats in 2026

Mar 31, 2026 21m

Episode Description:Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of the Zero Breach Zone podcast. Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo dive into the latest cybersecurity threats facing K-12 schools.They break down the…

S1E17 Knowing Is Half the Battle... The Other Half Is Cybersecurity Funding for Schools (Re-Air)

Dec 02, 2025 36m

Welcome to episode 15 of the Zero Breach Zone podcast, where hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo discuss their experiences at recent conferences, focusing on cybersecurity strategies in K-12…

S1E14 Ransomware Rising: Confronting the K-12 Cybersecurity Crisis (Re-Air)

Nov 18, 2025 41m

Welcome to episode 14 of the Zero Breach Zone, in this episode hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo dive into the current state of K-12 cybersecurity, analyzing key findings from the Cisco Talos 2024…

S1E13 Building Strong EdTech Partnerships & Creating a Cybersecurity Culture in Schools with Jeff McCoy | FETC 2025 Series (Re-Air)

Nov 04, 2025 15m

Welcome to episode 13 of the Zero Breach Zone! In this episode hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo speak with Jeff McCoy, Associate Superintendent for Academics in Greenville County, South Carolina.…

S1E12 Energizing EdTech with Michelle Krieger: A Dynamic Conversation on School Cybersecurity | FETC 2025 Series (Re-Air)

Oct 21, 2025 31m

Welcome to episode 12 of the Zero Breach Zone! Join hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo as they sit down with Michelle Krieger to explore topics top of mind at the intersection of education and…

S1E11 From Crisis to Innovation: Lessons in Educational Cybersecurity with Scott Bailey | FETC 2025 Series (Re-Air)

Oct 07, 2025 28m

Welcome to episode 11 of the Zero Breach Zone! Join us for an enlightening conversation with  Scott Bailey, former superintendent and educational innovator from Desert Sands School District. Through…

S1E21 Building a Culture of Cybersecurity in K-12 with Itza White, Director of Cybersecurity at Five Star

Sep 23, 2025 24m

Welcome to episode 21 of Zero Breach Zone! In this hosts Andy Lombardo and Phil Hintz welcome Itza White, the Director of Cybersecurity for Five Star. The group discusses the unique challenges of…

S1E10 When Disruption Disrupts Itself: Dr. Joe Phillips on AI, Safety, & the Accelerating Pace of EdTech | FETC 2025 Series (Re-Air)

Sep 09, 2025 30m

Welcome to episode 10 of Zero Breach Zone! Join us for our continued FETC 2025 coverage featuring Dr. Joe Phillips, CTO of Fulton County Schools. In this insightful conversation recorded live at the…

S1E20 E-Rate’s Future and Cybersecurity Funding for Schools with Mindy Fiscus

Aug 26, 2025 38m

Welcome to episode 20 of Zero Breach Zone! Hosts Andy Lombardo and Phil Hintz sit down with Mindy Fiscus, a 25+ year veteran in the world of education technology and the Director of Government…

S1E9 Policy, Passion & Purpose: Tales from EdTech Trailblazer Dr. Sheryl Abshire | FETC 2025 Series (Re-Air)

Aug 11, 2025 30m

Welcome to episode 9 of Zero Breach Zone! Put on your spurs and join us for our first episode in our special FETC 2025 series! Hosts Andy & Phil kick off our conference coverage with master…

S1E19 Duane Shaffer: Strengthening K–12 Cybersecurity Through Documentation, Community & the TLE Seal

Jul 29, 2025 20m

Welcome to Episode 19 of Zero Breach Zone. In this episode, hosts Andy & Phil  interview Duane Shaffer, the director of technology services at the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. They…

S1E18 The Cybersecurity Mindset in K–12: Insights from Maurice Payne

Jul 15, 2025 23m

Welcome to Episode 18 of Zero Breach Zone. Hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo sit down with Maurice Payne, Director of IT for Decatur Public Schools, to talk about his journey from corporate America…

S1E17 FETC, VR & Cybersecurity: What’s Next for K–12 Tech? with Jennifer Womble

Jul 01, 2025 38m

Welcome to Episode 17 of Zero Breach Zone, in this episode hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo are joined by Jennifer Womble, a trailblazer in the EdTech community and the visionary Program Chair of…

S1E19 From NASA to K-12: Revolutionizing School Cybersecurity with Frankie Jackson (Re-Air)

Jun 17, 2025 42m

Welcome to Episode 7 of the Zero Breach Zone ! Join hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo as they sit down with Frankie Jackson, a cybersecurity expert and former CTO of Cypress Fairbanks ISD, to…

S1E18 Riding the AI Wave in Education & Adapting the Right Mindset with Dr. Adam Phyall

Jun 03, 2025 36m

Welcome to episode 16 of the Zero Breach Zone. In this episode, hosts Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo are joined by Dr. Adam Phyall, Director of Professional Learning and Leadership at All4Ed and a…

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Zero Breach Zone has published 39 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Education, Technology.

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