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 State to Play Its First Football Game Outside the U.S.
Cyclone Nation will visit the Emerald Isle!
Body of Iowa Trucker Missing for Months Found in Farm Field
David Schultz went missing just before Thanksgiving in 2023.
Iowa Quarterback Deacon Hill Has Entered the Transfer Portal
Iowa will look to add another QB this spring.
Three Dead Puppies Found on Cedar Rapids Walking Trail
It appears all three were abused prior to their death.
UPDATE: Details of Caitlin Clark’s HUGE Deal With Nike Are Out
Nike signs Clark to an 8 year deal!
Hawkeye Legend Ed Podolak Leaving the Radio Booth After 42 Years
He'll still be part of Iowa football gamedays.
The Late Bill Quinby Touched Many Lives, Including Mine
The amazing gift Bill Quinby gave to my wife and I on our 1st wedding anniversary.
Legendary Country Star Clint Black Returns to Cedar Rapids
Clint is celebrating the 35th anniversary of his album 'Killin' Time.'
Caitlin Clark Jerseys are Tough to Find…But Not for Tim McGraw!
The country star rocked a #22 jersey in concert for the second time!
Iowa Women’s Basketball Lands High-Scoring Villanova Transfer
Lucy Olsen was third in the nation in scoring as a junior.