I started out at KHAK as an intern back in 1995 and have been calling mornings home since 1999. A lot has changed since then, but I still love the job! There's always something new to talk about! And the KHAK listeners are awesome. They're loyal, and always willing to lend their opinion. My wife Holly and I make our home in Marion. We have three great kids that seem to grow every single day. Chase, Carly and Cayleigh keep us on our toes, but being a parent is the greatest adventure of all. I love working in country music, and at K-Hawk. The listeners have become like family members, and I look forward to spending many more years waking up eastern Iowa!
Ryan "Brain" Brainard
One Of Music’s Strangest Myths Happened In Iowa 41 Years Ago Tonight
A singer, a bat, and the birth of one of music's strangest tales.
Is The Party Over? Party City Files For Bankruptcy
The financial situation for Party City continues to look bleak.
Hy-Vee Closes Standalone Iowa Wahlburgers Restaurant
The only Wahlburgers in Iowa will now be in Hy-Vee stores.
Winter Returns To Iowa With Late Week Snow Storm
Some parts of the state could see nearly a foot of snow!
Iowa One Of The Top Schools For Alumni In The NFL Playoffs
The NFL Wildcard Weekend is full of former Hawkeyes!
Will Iowa Pass Its Own ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill?
House Republicans introduced two bills addressing LGBTQ issues.
Iowa Couple Loses Home In A Fire Just Weeks Before Baby Is Due
With a baby girl due in just a few weeks, a young Iowa couple is forced to find a new home.
Comet To Make Once In A Lifetime Trip Past Earth This Month
A green comet will make its return to our solar system for the first time in over 10,000 years!
Big Names Coming To Eastern Iowa Music Festival This Summer
Look at all the stars coming to the Tailgate N' Tallboys festival this June!
Former Iowa Lineman Elected To College Football Hall of Fame
He was an All-American and a top NFL Draft pick. Now he's headed to the Hall of Fame!