11% Pod
Welcome to The 11% Pod — a show built on stories, sparked by connection, and rooted in positivity. Hosted by Johnny B, a longtime storyteller with a background in stand-up, live music, and backstage banter, this podcast isn’t about chasing headlines — it’s about sharing honest, unfiltered conversations with people who’ve lived a little, learned a lot, and still find joy in the journey.
Why start a podcast when everyone else already has one? Because we believe in the power of good dialogue. The kind that reconnects old friends, brings out great stories, and maybe helps someone else avoid a few missteps along the way. Some guests are industry legends. Some are just legends to us. All of them are people worth listening to.
Expect music-adjacent moments, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and plenty of stories that hit that sweet spot between funny, meaningful, and true. But if you're looking for dirt, drama, or drunken debauchery, look elsewhere. The 11% Pod is more fly-on-the-wall than tabloid trash.
The 11% is a space for the stories that make up the other side of the spotlight - the friendships, the lessons, and the laughs that don’t always make it into the press kit.
So whether you’re in the business, near the business, or just love a good chat - pull up a chair. You’re welcome here.
Episodes
Nov 5, 2025
Nov 5, 2025
1hr 17 min
11% host Johnny B welcomes longtime friend and mentor Blake McDaniel to the podcast. Blake always knew he wanted a career in music business and has worked his way up through the industry - meeting and working with some of the biggest names in country music.
Join us as Johnny and Blake discuss his remarkable career, reminisce on the importance of mentorship, and reflect on all of the lessons learned throughout the journey.
Oct 22, 2025
Oct 22, 2025
1hr 15 min
11% host Johnny B. welcomes his friend Tamara Saviano, an acclaimed American country music producer and author, for an engaging conversation. They explore her remarkable career—co-producing Grammy-winning albums like 'Beautiful Dreamer' and tribute projects dedicated to iconic musicians such as Guy Clark and Kris Kristofferson. Tamara shares insights from her journey writing the award-winning biography of Guy Clark, her work on Grammy-nominated projects, and her influence in Americana music.
Oct 8, 2025
Oct 8, 2025
52 min
Johnny B from The 11% interviews his longtime friend and legendary alternative radio DJ, Chuck Stikl. They share decades of stories, from Chuck’s remarkable career and memorable music moments to quirky Wisconsin traditions and behind-the-scenes industry insights. Join them for an engaging, laughter-filled conversation rooted in a friendship that spans years.
Sep 24, 2025
Sep 24, 2025
52 min
Johnny B from The 11% interviews his longtime friend and legendary alternative radio DJ, Chuck Stikl. They share decades of stories, from Chuck’s remarkable career and memorable music moments to quirky Wisconsin traditions and behind-the-scenes industry insights. Join them for an engaging, laughter-filled conversation rooted in a friendship that spans years.
Aug 21, 2025
Aug 21, 2025
1hr 13 min
In this introductory episode host Johnny B. shares the inspiration for the podcast, the vision for what the show will look like, and how it all came together.