The Brain started at KHAK as an intern back in 1995 and has called mornings home since 1999. He has worked with several morning show partners, including Courtlin since 2015. Despite getting up in the middle of the night, Brain loves having fun on the air every weekday morning! Brain and his wife Holly make their home in Marion and have three children, Chase, Carly, and Cayleigh. They also have a dog Rigby, and a huge cat Cora. Brain is a huge sports fan and loves his Hawkeyes, Packers, and Cardinals. If you see Brain out and about in Marion or anywhere in Eastern Iowa, say hello! We hear he's friendly!
Ryan "Brain" Brainard
The ‘Field of Dreams’ Movie Site Has Been Sold
A new owner for Iowa's most famous field.
Mpox Cases Detected in Iowa: What You Need to Know
The first cases of Mpox in Iowa this year have been detected.
‘Aggressive’ Water Buffalo On the Loose in Des Moines Suburbs
The large animal is considered agressive and dangerous.
A Look at Iowa’s Venomous Snakes and Where to Find Them
Iowa is home to nearly 30 species of snakes, including 5 that are venomous.
Former Hawkeye Track Star Earns Olympic Medal in 200m Dash
Brittany Brown is the woman in Iowa track and field history to earn an individual medal!
Carly Pearce Bringing Her ‘hummingbird’ Tour to Cedar Rapids
The CMA, ACM, and Grammy Award winner will play the Paramount Theater!
Iowa Town Didn’t Get Warning Sirens Ahead of Damaging Tornado
The tornado was on the ground for five minutes before a warning was issued.
5 Iowa Retail Stores Where You Can Still Write a Check
Target says no, but these major retail stores in Iowa say YES to checks.
Iowa’s Hurricane History: Has the Hawkeye State Ever Been Hit?
The leftovers of hurricane Beryl just miss Iowa. But the state has been hit before.
Iowa Tornado Featured Some of the Fastest Winds Ever Recorded
The Greenfield, Iowa tornado was only the third twister ever with wind speeds this high.