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
UPDATED: Two People Dead, Including Shooter, in Perry High School Incident
We now also know how many people were shot in this morning's incident.
Visit One Of These Classic Pizza Hut Restaurants in Iowa [VIDEO]
Its like stepping back into the 70s and 80s!
Penalties For Iowa Teachers Who Violate Book Ban Start Jan. 1st
Teachers and school administrators could both face punishment.
Will Caitlin Come Back? Iowa Coach Lisa Bluder Weighs In [WATCH]
Lisa Bluder talks about Caitlin Clark's big decision.
Mountain Lion Sighting Confirmed in Northeast Iowa
A visitor to Iowa encountered the cat and even got a picture.
Cedar Rapids Teen Who Went Missing in 1974 Likely Victim of Serial Killer
The nearly 50 year old cold case has finally been solved.
Former Hawkeye Offensive Lineman Will Retire as a Packer
The Midwest native will retire a Packer at Lambeau Field this weekend.
The Home of Iowa’s Best Broasted Chicken Could Be Closing
The Eastern Iowa restaurant was recently put up for sale.
UPDATE: Charge Dropped Against Iowa Senator Arrested During RAGBRAI
A Motion to Dismiss the charge was filed last Friday, October 6.
Iowa Native Grant Gillon WINS Season 13 of MasterChef!
Check out the three amazing dishes he prepared during last night's finale!