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
Ernst Says Gun Bill “Does Not Take Away Rights”
Iowa Republican Joni Ernst comes out in favor of a bipartisan gun control bill.
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Several Eastern Iowa Beaches Hit With E. Coli Warnings
Some popular Eastern Iowa beaches are closed to swimming due to E. Coli bacteria.
How Many Of These ‘Dad’ Sayings Are You Guilty Of Using?
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Negative feedback and the loss of sponsors caused the team to pull the promotion.
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Is A Disney Vacation Still Affordable For The Average Family?
Has a Disney vacation become a thing reserved for upper-middle-class and wealthy families?
Midwest Man Has Been Eating a Big Mac a Day For 50 Years
Midwest man sets Big Mac record that no one wants to beat!
Former Iowa Taco Bell Employee Wins Case in Supreme Court
A former Iowa Taco Bell employee gets a win for workers everywhere.