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
Hawkeyes Win Big Ten Opener at the Buzzer! [VIDEO]
Iowa beats Northwestern in Iowa City.
Nebraska Punished by the Football Gods for Handshake Snub [VIDEO]
Hey Cornhuskers...it's called sportsmanship.
Iowa Star Running Back Kaleb Johnson Looks to the NFL [VIDEO]
Johnson has declared for the 2025 NFL Draft.
Hawkeye Football Program Loses Coveted 5-Star Recruit
The loss leaves a potential hole in the Iowa roster.
Here Are Some Possible Iowa Hawkeye Bowl Game Destinations
Things are looking 'sunny' for Iowa bowl games!
Iowa Women Top Kansas, Off to Best Start in 7 Years [VIDEO]
Hawks beat 2nd NCAA Tournament team in four days.
Small Town Iowa School District Won’t Change Macot’s Name
The school district has used the name since 1927.
Father-Son Showdown: Iowa Vs. Maryland In The Ferentz Bowl
Kirk Ferentz faces more than just Maryland this Saturday.
Hawkeyes Lose Starting Quarterback for Rest of the Regular Season
Iowa will be without another quarterback against Maryland and Nebraska.
Caitlin Clark Draws HUGE Crowds to LPGA Pro Am Event [VIDEO]
Clark played well, except for one shot that nearly hit one of her fans!