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
Caitlin Clark Overcomes Injury But Fever Lose…Again [VIDEO]
Clark played through the pain and hit an epic logo three.
Step Back in Time on this 1920s Passenger Plane in Cedar Rapids
Tours and flights are available at The Eastern Iowa Airport.
102 Year Old Grocery Store Has One of Iowa’s Best Burgers
A small Iowa grocery store features some of the best sandwiches in the state!
New College Football Video Game Features the Iowa Wave [WATCH]
College football traditions like the Iowa Wave are in the game!
WNBA MVP Says of Caitlin Clark “Give Her Some Time.”
Caitlin Clark still trying to adjust to the WNBA.
Don’t Be a Hater…Country Music Has Room for Everyone!
Let's make sure that the circle not only stays unbroken but grows enough to include anyone who wants in.
Iowa Lands High-Flying Wing Player in the Transfer Portal [VIDEO]
Fran McCaffery lands an athletic forward in the portal.
Did Hy-Vee Sign a 5-Year Lease for First Ave. Store Last Year?
City officials were assured the future of the store was secure.
Marion Arts Festival to Take Over Uptown Marion this Saturday
Art, food, music, and fun in Uptown Marion!
Former Iowa Star Kate Martin Makes Las Vegas Ace’s Roster!
Martin and the Aces tip-off their season tonight!