Coffee In The Swarm Episodes

Coffee in the Swarm takes you into the heart of campus life at Graceland University — where the Swarm is always buzzing.

Hosted by Mike Hoffman, this series features candid conversations with students on the go, sharing their experiences, challenges, and adventures on "the Hill" in Lamoni, Iowa.

Founded in 1895 by Community of Christ, Graceland University is deeply rooted in its church connection and committed to a progressive, liberal arts education that meets the needs of 21st-century students. Whether you're an alum, prospective student, or just curious about life at Graceland, pull up a chair — there's always room at the table.
May 2, 2025

839 | Coffee in the Swarm | Callie Dennis

The spotlight is back on at Graceland University, and this time it’s shining on freshman and academic honors scholarship winner, Callie Dennis. Callie hails from the Liberty Street congregation in Independence, MO, and she ha...

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April 4, 2025

826 | Coffee in the Swarm | Anna Long

It’s time for another episode of Coffee in the Swarm, and today’s guest comes from a “Long” line of Community of Christ members and Graceland alumni. From early on, Anna Long determined that she would probably go to Graceland...

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March 7, 2025

816 | Coffee in the Swarm | Ishbel Wilson

Aliyah and Mike are back in the Swarm at Graceland University, and this time they’re sitting down with senior, Ishbel Wilson. Ishbel hails from Independence, Missouri and the Liberty Street congregation where she established ...

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Jan. 28, 2025

801 | Coffee in the Swarm | Andrew Wolsey Returns

Some people just can’t seem to get enough of Graceland University, and that’s because it is a safe place to explore who you are and who you want to become. Andrew Wolsey, the guest for this episode of Coffee in the Swarm is a...

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Dec. 6, 2024

784 | Coffee in the Swarm | Nicole Sherer

What do history, balloon animals, and crocheting have in common? They are areas of interest for the guest of this episode of Coffee in the Swarm. That’s right, it’s time to head back to “the Swarm” for a cup of coffee and a s...

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Nov. 8, 2024

776 | Coffee in the Swarm | Hunter Bouverette

If the choice of where to go to school came down to Lamoni, IA or Boston, MA, which would you choose? Big city folks might quickly say Boston, but one ought not to rule out Lamoni and the Graceland experience. In this episode...

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Oct. 4, 2024

763 | Coffee in the Swarm | Danny Dennis

Graceland is back in session, and PZP is back in the Swarm. In this episode of Coffee in the Swarm co-hosts, Aliyah Farrell and Mike Hoffman, sit down with Danny Dennis. Growing up in the Liberty Street congregation in Indepe...

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May 21, 2024

711 | Coffee in the Swarm | Talina Sepulveda

What do food trucks and children’s books have in common? They are both interests, and potential career choices, for the latest guest on Coffee in the Swarm, Talina Sepulveda. Hailing from Colorado and experiencing her first...

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April 30, 2024

704 | Coffee in the Swarm | Cadence Sires

Aliyah, Christian, and Mike are back in the Swarm at Graceland University, and they’re sitting down with Iowa native, Cadence Sires. Grab your favorite cup of (fill in the blank) and settle in for this episode of Coffee in th...

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Jan. 23, 2024

675 | Coffee in the Swarm | Katie Bover

A shining star from Independence who, by today has actually graduated from Graceland, but is still close by, joins Aliyah, Levi, and Mike in this episode of Coffee in the Swarm. Grab your coffee and sit down to hear from Kati...

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Dec. 15, 2023

659 | Coffee in the Swarm | Christian Biwott

Did you know that some people go to Graceland to get married? Well, it was high on the list for today’s guest on Coffee in the Swarm... and apparently for his grandma. That’s right, It’s time for another episode of Coffee in...

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Nov. 14, 2023

648 | Coffee in the Swarm | Savanah Marshall

Life in a small town is only boring if you let it be. Take Lamoni, Iowa and Graceland University. In this episode of Coffee in the Swarm, guest Savanah Marshall gives us a glimpse of all the ways you can fill your time with t...

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Oct. 17, 2023

637 | Coffee in the Swarm | Aliyah Farrell and Levi Triplett

A new school year has kicked off, and it’s time to head back to The Swarm. In this first episode of the 2023-2024 school year, host Mike Hoffman sits down with co-hosts Aliyah Farrell and Levi Triplett to help us get to know...

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May 9, 2023

579 | Coffee in the Swarm | Addison Cole

For some, the thought of getting “lost” in the masses is the preferred way to exist. But, for others, like Graceland University Freshman Addison Cole, a small university and a small-town atmosphere like Lamoni, IA is the perf...

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April 14, 2023

570 | Coffee in the Swarm | Jocelyn Dailey

It’s time for another cup of coffee at Graceland University’s “The Swarm .” In this episode, you’ll meet Jocelyn Dailey from Campbellville, Ontario. Drawn to Graceland by previous family connections as well as her own experie...

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Feb. 21, 2023

548 | Coffee in the Swarm | Adric Williams

Music composition, art and community take center stage in this episode of Coffee in the Swarm. Join co-hosts Julie Wheaton and Mike Hoffman as they sit down to chat with Adric Williams to get his take on life at Graceland. Y...

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Jan. 24, 2023

541 | Coffee in the Swarm | Niko Farrell

Pickleball, Afterglow, Physical Therapy, Band, Camp Sionito... just a few of the things that make Niko Farrell who he is. Join Mike Hoffman, Graceland Campus Minister, and cohost, Julie Wheaton, as they sit down with Niko an...

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Dec. 20, 2022

533 | Coffee in the Swarm | Adam Sherer

Project Zion is back in the swarm! Mike Hoffman and Julie Wheaton sit down with Adam Sherer to hear about his Graceland experience and hopes for the future. Host: Mike Hoffman and Julie Wheaton Guest: Adam Sherer Thanks for l...

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Oct. 21, 2022

521 | Coffee in The Swarm | Emily Hill

Project Zion Podcast is back in The Swarm at Graceland University. Emily Hill shares her involvement with campus ministries and what her plans are after she graduates. Host: Mike Hoffman and Julie Wheaton Guest: Emily Hill Th...

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Sept. 23, 2022

514 | Coffee in The Swarm | Kenzlee Frizzell

Mike Hoffman and his new co-host, Julie Wheaton, are in the Swarm with Graceland University student Kenzlee Frizzell. Kenzlee shares about her Graceland experience and her hopes for Community of Christ. Host: Mike Hoffman and...

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April 19, 2022

472 | Coffee in The Swarm | Grant Warner

Graceland senior, Grant Warner, is the 59th family member to attend the university. Leaving behind a legacy of his own after that much familial history might seem like a challenge, but today on Project Zion he sits down with ...

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March 15, 2022

463 | Coffee In The Swarm | Conner Holben

Today we're back in the Swarm at Graceland University where Conner Holben shares about his time in the theater department and being involved in campus ministries. Host: Mike Hoffman Guest: Conner Holben Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Out…

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Feb. 4, 2022

452 | Coffee in The Swarm | Lexie Frazier

We're back in The Swarm at Graceland University! Listen as Lexie Frazier shares her experiences at Graceland and her hopes for Community of Christ. Host: Mike Hoffman Guest: Lexie Frazier Thanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Intro and Outro music used w…

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Dec. 14, 2021

439 | Coffee in The Swarm | Ben Long

Today Project Zion is back in The Swarm at Graceland University. This time we're sitting down with Graceland junior and Agape house president, Ben Long, to talk about his experiences in college, in Community of Christ, as well as his hopes for the future. Host: Mike Hoffman Guest: Ben Long Thanks f…

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