About Earthkeepers
The Earthkeepers Podcast promotes global connection among ecological-minded people who believe that earth care is an integral part of spiritual life. Through conversations about topics like ecology, climate change, gardening, farming, social enterprise, theology, environmental justice, outdoor recreation, conservation and community development, we aim to inspire a movement of ordinary earthkeepers who will help heal the world.
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Our staff
Forrest Inslee, Earthkeepers Host
forrest.inslee@circlewood.online
Forrest started Earthkeeperes, the Circlewood podcast, in 2020 as a way to learn from people who are actively pursuing an ecologically-grounded faith, and to share these lessons with people around the world who love God and seek to care for the Earth. Forrest brings to the podcast a deep attachment to the wild spaces and climate of the Pacific Northwest, where he was born and raised. He also brings a keen interest in ways that environmental justice intersects with economic development, social justice, and community building. Forrest lived in Istanbul for several years, mentoring young Turks for leadership in the emerging church there. He returned to the States to create a Masters program in International Community Development, for which he taught for 20 years. While he mostly credits time spent in creation for shaping his spiritual and vocational life, he also earned a Masters degree in Native American culture, and a PhD in Communication from Northwestern University. He later earned a Masters of Theology at Regent College, and completed a three-year certification program in spiritual direction with Christian Formation and Direction Ministries. Along with hosting Earthkeepers, Forrest serves as the Associate Director of Circlewood, Earthkeepers' parent organization.
James Amadon, Executive Producer
james.amadon@circlewood.online
James was raised in the Great North Woods of New Hampshire, but has called the Pacific Northwest home since 2007. He is an ordained pastor with 15 years of church ministry experience, and holds a Doctor of Ministry from Duke Divinity School, where he focused his work on developing an ecotheological approach to leadership. James is driven by a passion to integrate religion, nature-based spirituality, and environmental stewardship. As the leader of Circlewood, he guides the mission of accelerating the greening of humanity through Circlewood’s media and education work, as well as the development of Circlewood’s sustainable learning and retreat center on Camano Island. He lives on Camano with his family.
Jessalyn Gentry, Social Media
jessalyn.gentry@circlewood.online
Jessalyn is a storyteller with a deep commitment to community building, creative earthkeeping, and hopeful and joyful engagement with creation. As the Operations and Communications Manager of Circlewood, Earthkeepers' parent organization, she helps facilitate the day to day work of growing and running the podcast and other media projects. She has a degree in Sustainability Studies with a concentration in Sustainable Agriculture and a background in education, communications, and marketing. Jessalyn grew up in New Jersey, but has called the west coast home since 2016. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the outdoors, reading, traveling, and cooking good food for good friends.
Dave Ulfers, Production
Dave's upbringing in the Pacific Northwest instilled in him a deep love for outdoor activities such as backpacking, climbing, skiing, cycling, and kayaking. He also enjoys spending time with his family boating on the Salish Sea. In addition to his active lifestyle, Dave is a co-owner of a production company that creates video and audio commercials, as well as other media content for clients near and far.
Circlewood
Earthkeepers' parent organization, Circlewood, is a community of people committed to accelerating the greening of humanity through spiritual renewal, ecological leadership, and creative earthkeeping. Circlewood is based in the Salish Sea region of Cascadia (the Pacific Northwest), but is part of a global movement. Circlewood is rooted in the broad Christian tradition, but partner with all who seek to live in more harmony with each other and the earth. Learn more at their website: circlewood.online
