In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Zen Selekta, a DJ and producer whose fusion of spirituality, intention, and raw energy has defined her signature ceremonial bass sound. From Atlanta roots to festival stages, Zen Selekta shares how meditation, breathwork, and self-reflection shape her creative process and keep her grounded on and off stage. She opens up about transforming anxiety into presence, turning music into medicine, and drawing inspiration from thinkers like Joe Dispenza, who teaches the power of embodying what you want before it manifests. We also explore her path through the music industry, building community in Atlanta’s bass scene, learning the value of a great agent, and navigating professionalism behind the decks. Zen Zelekta reflects on mentorship, creative faith, and the lessons learned from Pretty Lights’ comeback shows, while offering perspective on what it means to thrive as a woman in a male-dominated space. This episode is a reminder that the most powerful artists move both body and spirit. 🎧 Follow Zen Selekta: https://www.zenselekta.com/ 🎙️ Follow Poducer: linktr.ee/poducerpodcast The Podcast for Producers Chapters 00:00 Cold open — hair talk, Lord Farquaad & the fly saga 01:15 Intro — who is Zen Selekta beyond the decks 03:40 Early inspirations & first concert (Sting at Chastain) 05:19 Big Fam memories, flamenco playlists & olive oil debates 06:35 Meditation, breathwork & finding stillness 09:45 Overcoming anxiety through creative practice 14:20 The moment meditation changed everything 16:20 Mindset, manifestation & embodying belief 19:56 Joe Dispenza teachings & quantum creation 23:06 Shadow work, journaling & personal evolution 24:13 From UKF to Atlanta — discovering purpose in music 27:23 Breaking in, early promoters & first agent 30:23 Industry lessons — community, professionalism & touring 33:42 The ATL “ho!” chant and Atlanta’s live energy 37:30 Staying out of drama & building healthy scenes 39:55 Sci-fi love, Dune aesthetics & creative imagination 48:16 Music as language — dance as worship 49:12 Ceremonial bass & the healing power of presence 52:16 Stage energy, flow state & connecting with the crowd 57:37 Women in music — normalization over tokenization 1:04:45 Pretty Lights comeback & artistic renewal 1:06:44 Mentorship, family & creative faith 1:09:57 Outro — gratitude, links & closing thoughts