TEAM
Guy Reid // Writer, Producer, Director
Guy is a director, speaker and photographer who holds a Masters Degree in Leadership in Sustainable Development at Forum for the Future in London, and Bachelors Degree in Eastern Philosophy and Religion at SOAS (School of Oriental and African Studies) with a focus on Indo-Tibetan Buddhism and the relationship between worldview and ecology. Guy particularly enjoys Science Fiction films and exploring the rich worlds of green tea and Indian classical music.
Christoph Ferstad // Writer, Producer
Christoph is a cinematographer and producer who previously worked under producer Gary Kurtz (Star Wars, Empire Strikes Back, The Dark Crystal) as associate producer on two sci-fi / fantasy projects. He holds a bachelors degree in history and politics at SOAS, specialising in the history of India and China. Coming from a multicultural family, he enjoys exploring new cultures and ways of life. Christoph gets particularly excited by excellent photo essays, great gifs and east asian food.
Steve Kennedy // Writer, Producer, Animator
Steve is an editor and producer. He attended London University’s King’s College where he studied literature and film and also studied Classical Tibetan at SOAS. He has worked as a freelance film editor, photographer and writer for over five years. Steve is always seeking great vegetarian sandwiches, and is passionate about calligraphy, his book collection and elegant code.
Peter English // Writer, Editor
Peter English is a Philadelphia-based director, artist, and composer. In both craft and concept, his work explores music, video, and art — using a community-oriented process.
Peter was creative director of the non-profit Weathervane Music, an organization dedicated to supporting independent musicians. He produced and directed the acclaimed documentary series Shaking Through — an intimate look at artists in the recording studio.
After leaving Weathervane Music, Peter worked as a commercial director and editor, working with national brands, while continuing to collaborate with boundary-pushing musicians.
Former clients & partners include Microsoft, Penn Medicine, Twitter, and NBC Universal.
MaryLiz Bender // Producer
I’m an Experiential Designer, driven by awe and wonder. I create music and audio-visual immersive activations as Annu, produce large-scale events and livestreams at Everyday Astronaut, and create films, Mixed Reality experiences, and tour global speeches, live shows, and immersive presentations at Cosmic Perspective. I am a human conduit, serial connector, team player, explorer, and techno-futurist with eyes fixated on deep space.
Will Barnes // Writer
Will works with transformative philosophy from ancient through to contemporary cross-cultural settings. He has taught/researched at five top Universities across three continents. His publications and continued research draw on Asian, American, and European religion, philosophy, art, and literature, creatively and impassionedly applying central themes from these diverse lineages to the urgent issues of securing justice, sustainability, and meaningful, beautiful lives. He currently teaches at the University of New Mexico.
Advisors
David Loy //
Philosopher
David’s life work of bridging the philosophical gap between eastern and western thought has been a large influence on the project. As an advisor David shares his keen expertise on buddhist philosophy and its unique perspective on modern life.
Ron Garan //
Astronaut & Humanitarian
Astronaut, decorated United States Air Force officer, scientist, humanitarian. Ron wears many hats, but his dedication to our planet is unflinching and focused. He is founder of Fragile Oasis and lived aboard the International Space Station for over 6 months.