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
TJ Maxx Employees Will Now Wear Police-Like Body Cameras
Body cameras are being used in stores like Marshalls, Homegoods, and TJ Maxx.
Former Hawks Caitlin Clark and Kate Martin to Face Off Saturday
Iowa teammates will face off on Sunday night.
Death Toll Rises in the Aftermath of Iowa Tornadoes
Before and after photos show the path of the deadly twister.
Authorities Confirm Casualties in Greenfield, Iowa Tornado
The small, Iowa community of Greenfield was hit hard by a Tuesday tornado.
Caitlin Clark Signs Historic Deal for Her Own Wilson Basketball
You can purchase one now on Wilson's website.
Step Back in Time on this 1920s Passenger Plane in Cedar Rapids
Tours and flights are available at The Eastern Iowa Airport.
Caitlin Clark Overcomes Injury But Fever Lose…Again [VIDEO]
Clark played through the pain and hit an epic logo three.
WNBA MVP Says of Caitlin Clark “Give Her Some Time.”
Caitlin Clark still trying to adjust to the WNBA.
Cedar Rapids Hospital One of Seven to Recieve a ‘D’ Safety Grade
Only one Iowa hospital got an 'A'.
Reporter With Inappropriate Question for Caitlin Clark Punished
Greg Doyel had an awkward exchange with Clark at her first press conference.