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 Man To Sell His HUGE Classic Car Collection [WATCH]
Over 100 cars go up for auction on Saturday!
Iowa Native Grant Gillon WINS Season 13 of MasterChef!
Check out the three amazing dishes he prepared during last night's finale!
Comedy Legend Adam Sandler To Perform In Iowa This Fall
The former SNL star will stop in Iowa during his 25 city tour!
Cedar Rapids Theaters Will Also Show ‘Eras Tour’ Movie [WATCH]
Swifties won't have to travel far to see the 'Eras Tour' on the big screen!
Is This Eastern Iowa Attraction Really A Tourist Trap?
When did celebrating one's heritage become a tourist trap?
A $1 Million Unclaimed Iowa Lottery Prize Is About To Expire
The winner only has a few weeks left to claim one million dollars!
Everything You Need to Know About Saturday’s Market After Dark
The 8th annual Market After Dark Saturday night in downtown Cedar Rapids!
Wait, The Iowa State Fair Butter Cow ISN’T Made from 100% Butter?
You'll never look at the butter cow the same again.
Iowa Woman Reunited With Egg She Wrote On 72 Years Later
The egg traveled from Iowa to New York with a special message.
Field Of Dreams HR Derby To Feature Former MLB Stars
This free event at the Field of Dreams will feature Ghost Players and former MLB stars.