SELENA WATKINS 🎹🔑

Former Miss Black USA, Selena Watkins, is a multi-hyphenated master of movement; a world-touring professional dancer, Movement Coach, Choreographer, and the CEO/Founder of the global dance fitness brand, Socanomics. She was Queen in Beyonce’s powerful ethnic splendor and celebration of Black culture, Black is King. Selena is the first Antiguan-American to nab the title of Miss Black USA. She has danced on world tour with Nicki Minaj, and has taken the stage alongside Alison Hinds, Da Baby, Rihanna, Janelle Monae, Pharrell Williams & more. Selena and I went to the same elementary school, and as fate would have it, our paths crossed 10 years later at Rutgers University. Now again out paths are crossing for an incredibly fun, reflective, and informative conversation about many of her DOPE experiences. This conversation was such a vibe and I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I did! **CHAPTERS** 0:00 - Intro 4:14 - When did you know dance/fitness was going to be a major part of your life? 7:16 - Ruling out dance for a long time 8:46 - We both LOVED the movie, Soul 10:16 - Why Reddit Live is an amazing tool to grow your brand (not sponsored lol) 11:11 - Getting music placed in TV, movies, or commercials 11:38 - The moment we find out we are from neighboring West Indian islands! 12:27 - Selena remembers me performing Kirk Franklin's Stomp at our Elementary School Talent Show! 15:15 - What was it like performing at the Super Bowl?! Do you get nervous? 18:40 - What's one unforgettable moment you've experienced? Touring with Nicki Minaj 20:37 - Beyonce's Black is King 22:30 - Selena's Caribbean inspired dance/fitness movement: Socanomics 28:14 - Who's going to be at your Dream Concert? 29:17 - We both Love Tyler, the Creator! 31:55 - Classic movies I am finally seeing (like Waiting to Exhale!) 33:16 - Closing Check out Selena on Instagram (@selenawatkins) to find out more. 🎧 Sign up for my BRAND NEW Newsletter! https://khordmaster.substack.com/