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
Iowa Women Earn #1 Seed But Face Difficult Road to Final Four
Iowa is a #1 seed, but the Hawkeyes face a tough road back to the Final Four.
Eastern Iowa Woman Gets Class Ring Back After Nearly 40 Years
The ring was lost on a trip to Florida in the 1980s.
How Iowans Can File A Claim in a Lawsuit against Wal-Mart
You could get a settlement if you purchased meat and fruit products.
Hawkeyes Get an Update on Molly Davis’ Knee Injury
Will Molly Davis and her headband be able to return this season?
Eastern Iowa Native to be Inducted Into Astronaut Hall of Fame
The native of DeWitt took part in four space missions.
All The Celebrities Who Showed Up For Caitlin Clark’s Senior Day
The stars turned out at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday!
The Hidden Treasure Inside Boxes of Caitlin Clark’s Cereal!
If you never open the box, how will you win the prize?
Body of Gray Wolf Discovered in Eastern Iowa
The animal likely traveled from the Great Lakes region.
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The Ruckus reveals headliners for its 2024 festival.
Iowa Man’s Tattoo Gets The Attention of Garth Brooks [VIDEO]
Garth commented on the tattoo live during his web series.