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
Eastern Iowa TV Station to Lose Local Weather Coverage
Local meteorologists will be replaced by The Weather Channel.
Iowa Winter Mystery: Where is All The Snow in Cedar Rapids?
It has been a historically dry winter so far.
Brian Ferentz Gets Another College Football Coaching Position
He'll be back coaching tight ends.
Cedar Rapids Pizza Restaurant Moving Due to Road Construction
Friday is the last day at their current location.
Willie Ray’s Q Shack Announces New Cedar Rapids Location
Soon you'll be able to get Willie Ray's on the southwest side of CR!
The Cedar Rapids Gazette Will End a 142 Year Tradition
Readers can expect fewer printed versions of the Cedar Rapids Gazette.
UPDATE: National Sporting Goods Store Coming to Former Sears
Construction could begin this fall!
Iowa Lawmaker Wants to “Make Minnesota Iowa Again!”
An Iowa lawmaker wants to buy several counties in Minnesota.
The Best Place to Eat Pizza in Iowa, According to Iowans!
Did your favorite pizza place make the list?
Iowa’s New Transfer Portal QB Will Undergo Serious Surgery
South Dakota State transfer Mark Gronowski is set for offseason surgery.