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
See the Angry Skies that Appeared Over Iowa During Sunday Storms
Mother Nature put on quite a show on Sunday. High winds, lightning, hail the size of baseballs, and heavy rain. Much of it, we could do without. But in the storm's aftermath came something strange and beautiful. Clouds so puffy and peaceful that everyone just had to rush outside and get a picture!
Check Your Tickets! $1 Million Lottery Ticket Sold in Iowa!
Somebody win big during Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing!
Midwest Family Teaches Pet Pig How To Ride Around Town [VIDEO]
Norbert the pig loves rock music and working on his ollie!
The Reason Why McDonald’s Got Rid Of The Play Place
The Play Place was a magical place where parents could find peace. Now, they're gone.
Hy-Vee Ends Use Of Cashierless Shopping App
The scan and go app at Hy-Vee has officially ended.
Guy Fieri’s Kitchen + Bar To Open First Iowa Location This Spring
Guy Fieri is set to open up his first restaurant in Iowa.
Does Bill Gates Really Own Farmland In Iowa?
It looks like everyone is investing in Iowa farmland, including the ultra-rich!
Early Morning Accident Kills Four in Northeast Iowa
Snow and ice-covered roads appear to be the cause of the deadly accident.
Iowa One Of The Top Schools For Alumni In The NFL Playoffs
The NFL Wildcard Weekend is full of former Hawkeyes!
Comet To Make Once In A Lifetime Trip Past Earth This Month
A green comet will make its return to our solar system for the first time in over 10,000 years!