Brain and Courtlin Morning Show: Recent Episodes
98.1 KHAK
It's boneless versus bone-in wings on a This or That Thursday plus the story of Caitlin Clark's near miss at an LPGA Golf event!
We reveal the Sexiest Man Alive and the best looking bald men alive! Plus, Brain gets Courtlin's Secret Sound on the first try!
We play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids and Courtlin discovers she paid too much for her Christmas tree!
We do our show from the Wilson Ave. Hy-Vee in honor of Veteran's Day, PLUS we share more Great Jones County Fair news!
It's Nachos versus Loaded Fries on a This or That Thursday, and a downtown Cedar Rapids restaurant is closing this month.
We talk about 3 new Eastern Iowa restaurants and Courtlin is OUTRAGED by the list of the 50 best TV shows!
Brain and Courtlin discuss the words of the year in 2024, and celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
We review some of PEOPLE's Sexiest Men Alive and preview new music during Country Quickies!
We reveal our Halloween theme and costumes and take your REAL LIFE ghost stories on the air!
Brain Farts...everyone has them! We take your calls and comments! Plus, someone accidentally solves Courtlin's Secret Sound!
Should Courtlin rake her leaves or 'leave' them alone? Plus a new karaoke bar is now open in Cedar Rapids!
Kit Kat battles Twix on a This or That Thursday, plus we get our flu shots from Hy-Vee!
It's 'Croctober' and Crocs has booties for your dog! Plus, we play Courtlin's Secret Sound!
A plane makes an emergency landing on an Iowa City roadway, and why kids think you're old!
We recap Courtlin's night at Cedar Rapids Dancing with the Stars, and could you ace your drivers test today?
Its a battle of candles on a This or That Thursday, and we take your calls about the hill you'll die on...you just won't give in!
Iowa State athletics is top 10 ranked in three sports! Plus, Courtlin's Secret Sound gets violent!
We celebrate another Good Vibes Monday and bring you the story of an Iowa fan who got hit in the face by a football!
We preview all the country music out today during Country Quickies, plus Courtlin gives us a Dancing with the CR Stars update!
Its apple pie versus apple cider donuts on a This or That Thursday plus, we get the latest update on Hurricane Milton in Florida.
We talk about new traditions at weddings and receptions and play Courtlin's Secret Sound!
Two Iowa players are leaving the football team, and we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
Brain reveals some b-day surprises from Courtlin and also talks about the best banana cream pie ever made!
The Iowa DOT strikes down hundreds of traffic cameras, and we have details of the Rascal Flatts renunion tour!
PinSeekers is planning another Eastern Iowa location, plus we talk about tipping fatigue.
We talk about when you shower on a This or That Thursday and Hawkeye Downs is getting an upgrade!
The company formerly known as Schwan's will close in November, and we reveal our October Listener Lunch spot!
What chores to you and your spouse argue about? Plus, the U.S. is about to be down to its last Kmart store.
Caitlin Clark is the Rookie of the Year in the WNBA, and we celebrate a Good Vibes Monday!
We preview all the new albums and singles out in Country Quickies AND have news of another Eastern Iowa restaurant closing.
The Hiawatha Happy Joe's closes and STILL owes employees money, plus Courtlin is a turkey for this week's secret sound!
Chrome Horse Saloon closes after 21 years, and a new pedal pub is up and running in Iowa City.
We celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday! Plus, another record for Caitlin Clark!
It's Pac-Man versus Tetris on a This or That Thursday plus an Anamosa winery opens a new facility.
We talk about recipe mix ups and take your calls! Plus, Brooks and Dunn are coming back to Iowa!
We look at the best breakfast cereals of all time, and preview the big Iowa/Iowa State game!
We talk about 50% of the population being some sort of hoarder, and its deer versus racooons on a This or That Thursday!
A Caitiln Clark Make-A-Wish teen passed away, and we look at the song of the summer of 2024.
Sheryl Swoopes releases private messages to Caitlin Clark, and Brain's daughters go dress shopping!
We cover some of the big events in Eastern Iowa this Labor Day weekend, and talk about the best ways to enjoy bacon for International Bacon Day!
Phill the water buffalo has been caught near Des Moines, and the story of a bald eagle that over ate!
The Iowa DOT wants a nasty license plate taken off, and Courtlin's Secret Sound doesn't go as planned.
A cheesy new restaurant is open in Cedar Rapids, and a 5 year old walks out of her CR elementary school.
Where is the best place to work in Iowa? And we celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
We cover the suspension of Iowa footballl coach Kirk Ferentz and it's Mules versus Martinis on a This or That Thursday!
A new sports themed restaurant is open in Cedar Rapids. Plus, Brain solves Courtlin's Secret Sound...with some help!
We cover topics that Millenials and Boomers actually agree on...and celebrate National Radio Day!
Would you buy cologne that smelled like mayonaise? And we cover the fire at the historic Lighthouse restaurant in Cedar Rapids.
Are people getting sick of Pumpkin Spice items? And we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
Find out everything Courtlin tried at the Iowa State Fair and we talk about the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
Courtlin can't explain some strange things going on in her home, plus a new documentary premieres about an Iowa unsolved murder.
We recap an amazing Sunday for Team USA at the Paris Olympics and its a Good Vibes Monday!
Courtlin shares an impressive milestone and we get some bad Cedar Rapids restaurant news.
Two country songs battle on a This or That Thursday, plus Courtlin quizes Brain on new words in the dictionary.
Courtlin debuts an Olympic secret sound and Nike hooks up Caitlin Clark with a one of a kind shoe!
Intern Reagn fills in for Courtlin on the last day of her internship. And we talk about this weekend's Fish O Rama event!
One Iowa bar made the list of the Best Bars in the US, plus we look at the first weekend of the Olympic games in Paris.
A new burger chain is planning multiple Iowa locations, and will the new Deadpool movie get either one of us to the theater?
It's a battle of chicken fast food restaurants on a This or That Thursday! Plus we talk with country star Tyler Hubbard!
The Husband Calling contest returns to this year's Iowa State Fair! Plus we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
Hailey Whitters joins us to talk about her GJCF show on Sunday! Plus a battle of fair foods on a This or That Thursday!
The finalists are set for Favorite New Food at the Iowa State Fair! And Brain figures out Courtlin's Secret Sound!
An Iowa will appear on a new Netflix baking show PLUS we talk about the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
A Cedar Rapids burger restaurant is on the move...again! Plus, Caitlin Clark wins two ESPY Awards.
Its a french fry battle on a This or That Thursday! Plus, a downtown Cedar Rapids restaurant suddenly close.
Are there too many Mexican restaurants in Cedar Rapids? Plus we play Courtlin's Secret Sound!
We preview some of the new foods at this year's Iowa State Fair! Plus we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
Brain reveals pictures of his dance routine from 17 years ago! Plus, we talk about the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
A Marion native is on the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and we highlight some of the big weekend events in the Corridor!
We pit two classic line dancing songs against each other on a This or That Thursday and Caitlin Clark gets some love from ESPN.
Courtlin reveals here dance routing for CR Dancing with the Stars, and we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We check out old slang words that are looking to make a comeback! We cover some of the big weekend events going on in the Corridor!
2 Cedar Rapids restaurants announce they've closed, and its milkshakes versus slushees on a This or That Thursday!
Courtlin battles intern Reagan in a Pop Culture showdown! Plus, a scary health scare for Mark Chesnutt.
We talk about when and where you can set off fireworks this summer, and play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese get physical on the court, and we talk about the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
A bear is on the move near Dubuque and lots of new country music during Country Quickies!
Strawberry Shortcake takes on Ice Cream Cakes on a This or That Thursday...plus, more Iowa JCPenny stores are closing soon.
Our intern Reagan tells us all about her trip to Spain! Plus, we play Courtlin's Secret Sound!
Brain reveals he is his daughter's driver's ed teacher, and Via Sofia's closes a Cedar Rapids location.
Why did Caitlin Clark NOT make the Olympic team? Plus we celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
We preview local deals on National Donut Day and tell you about all the new country music out today during Country Quickies!
It's donuts vs. bagels on a This or That Thursday and we mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invastion.
We talk about this weekend's Kolache festival in Cedar Rapids, and a historic Iowa candy shop is among the nation's best.
A woman dies at a nursing home, but WAKES UP at the funeral home! Plus, we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We discuss the flagrant foul on Caitlin Clark this weekend, and take your calls on a Good Vibes Monday!
We highlight some of the many weekend events in the Corridor plus talk about things we learned WAY TOO late in life!
Brain and Courtlin respond to a challenge from the Z 102.9 morning show, and it's a cheesy This or That Thursday!
We look at a list of the best restaurants in Cedar Rapids as voted on by you, the public! Plus, we play Courtlin's Secret Sound!
A rare coyote attack is reported in Iowa City, and we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids.
It's baked beans vs. coleslaw on a This or That Thursday plus a Cedar Rapids bar changes it's hours due to downtown trouble.
We update the situation in Greenfield, Iowa which was hit by a deadly tornado on Tuesday. And our intern Reagan takes on Brain in a Pop Culture Quiz!
One of Iowa's best burgers is in a 102 year old grocery store, plus we celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
We recap last nights Academy of Country Music Awards and preview NEW music during Country Quickies!
Its the Tornado vs. the Outlaw on a This or That Thursday. Plus, we talk with Iowa women's basketball star Hannah Stuelke!
We discuss the new docuseries featuring Caitlin Clark and celebrate the good things on a Good Vibes Monday!
We discuss when you stop being 'cool' and play the new country single from Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen!
Nashville takes on Las Vegas on a This or That Thursday, plus there is a new CR seafood restaurant to try!
An Indy reporter is punished for his strange interaction with Caitlin Clark, and check out CR hospital safety grades.
We talk about the growing popularity of Pickle Beer and Courtlin talks about her birthday trip to Nashville.
We discuss the use of AI in a new Randy Travis song, and discover watching sports is good for you rmental health!
Its Pop Tarts vs. Toaster Strudel on a This or That Thursday, plus we check out the 100 new Herky statues!
Courtlin reveals her crush on young Jon Bon Jovi, plus Caitlin Clark makes merchandise history!
We review the Zach Bryan concert in Des Moines and talk about a new CR Mexican restaurant opening today!
Cooper DeJean gets snubbed by the NFL and what is the TV show or movie you won't ever watch again?
Soft pretzels take on corn dogs on a This or That Thursday, plus Iowa State football is heading to Ireland!
Brain celebrates 29 years at KHAK, and two Cat Cafes are about too open in Eastern Iowa.
Details of Caitlin Clark's Nike deal are released and we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
Brain shares a personal story about the late Bill Quinby, and an Iowa restaurant is named among the Midwest's best!
We talk about the now hard to find Caitlin Clark jersey and preview new country music during Country Quickies!
Caitlin Clark gets a new deal with Nike and how to nominate a restaurant for the best tenderloin in Iowa!
We talk about a taco and margarita festival coming to Eastern Iowa in May, and we play Courtlin's Secret Sound!
Caitlin Clark goes #1 and another Iowa surprise in the WNBA Draft! Plus, we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
We recap Caitlin Clark's appearance on Saturday Night Live, and we talk about the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
Its the Big Mac vs. the Whopper on a This or That Thursday and we talk about how your pets got their names on National Pet Day!
Details on the Corridor's first ever esports arena, and we play Courtlin's Secret Sound!
Iowa comes up short in the National Title game...again. And we look at the winners of a Raygun kid's t-shirt contest!
We preview the Iowa vs. UConn game in the Final Four and look at a TON of new country music during Country Quickies!
An Eastern Iowa soldier killed in WWII will be buried this weekend, and Iowa fans can watch the Final Four at Carver on Friday!
Why the music you listened to as a teen sticks with you, and Iowa coach Lisa Bluder gets a big bonus and raise!
We preview the rematch of Iowa and LSU plus look at a new donut shop serving booze infused treats!
Country star Dustin Lynch joins us and we check out all the new country music including the new Beyonce album during Country Quickies!
Two ice cream treats battle it out on a This or That Thursday and we preview a new wedding venue opening in Jones County.
The world's largest all purpose slide is coming to Des Moines, and a popular Sunday brunch is back!
We look back on the final home game for Iowa's Caitlin Clark, and talk about the movie prop you'd most like to own.
Tim McGraw wore a Caitlin Clark jersey in Des Moines, and lots of new music during Country Quickies!
We preview the new Roadhouse remake and tell you when all the Iowa teams are playing in the NCAA Tournaments!
Iowa football gets nailed by the transfer portal and you can now order a Cuban sandwich from The Lost Cuban in Cedar Rapids.
We discuss the new colab between Caitlin Clark and Gatorade and talk about a new seafood restaurant open in Cedar Rapids.
We look at the Iowa women and ISU men and their chances in the NCAA Tournament, and celebrate National Sloppy Joe Day!
We reveal the connection between Caitlin Clark and Brock Purdy, and preview all the new country music during Country Quickies!
Guiness versus Whiskey on a This or That Thursday and Pat McAfee is coming to Iowa City!
We talk about what it would be like if we did NOT spring forward or fall back, and we play Courtlin's Secret Sound.
We talk about 4 new sandwiches now available at Casey's, and we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
Another Mexican restaurant is about to open in Cedar Rapids, and we explain why Caitlin Clark will make MORE in the WNBA.
Did you know chores like laundry are now considered attractive? Plus, Brantley Gilbert is coming to Manchester!
We run down all the celebs who were at Carver for Caitlin Clark's senior day and we discuss misheard country song lyrics.
We discuss Caitlin Clark leaving for the WNBA and preview all the music out on a Friday Country Quickies!
The Iowa men's team finally had a player with a triple-double, plus how you can win free fried chicken for life!
The Outback restaurant in Cedar Rapids abruptly closes, and we talk about the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
We recap Thursday's lunar landing, and preview tons of new country music during Country Quckies!
The Sykora Bakery has closed for good, and an interactive Titanic exhibit hits the Midwest this Spring.
Courtlin recaps her trip to the Grand Canyon, and in honor of Valentines Day we talk about you and your sweetheart's special song.
We play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids and talk record ticket prices for Caitlin Clark's record game!
We talk about the game, the commercials, Usher, and more! Plus, more country concert news!
Hailey Whitters joins us as she gets ready to play the Great Jones County Fair! Plus we chat with KC Chiefs sideline reporter Josh Klingler ahead of Sunday's big game!
Does pinnapple belong on pizza? We discuss on a This or That Thursday. Plus, Iowans in the Super Bowl.
Listeners share stories and we play the music of Toby Keith who passed away at the age of 62.
We play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids and talk about a new cheesecake shop opening this weekend in Marion.
President Trump and more are going to the Cy-Hawk game, and a historic church will now house apartments in Marion.
Another mexican restuarnt is open in Cedar Rapids and we pay tribute to the late Jimmy Buffett.
We make you choose between two popular tailgate foods on a This or That Thursday. Plus...Taylor Swift coming to a theater near you!
We discuss things you hated as a kid but now like as an adult. Plus, do we really need Pumpkin Spice butt wipes?
The General Store in Stone City announces it will be closing this fall, and we celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
Do you want a sweet or savory breakfast on a This or That Thursday, plus details on Saturday's Market After Dark!
Can Brain figure out Courtlin's Secret Sound? And would you drink a beer through a hot dog straw?
The Hamburg Inn in IC has new owners and it was a record setting year at the Iowa State Fair!
Justin Roberts talks about his NEW show on KCRG this fall, and we celerate a Good Vibes Monday!
Iowa shoppers find snake at an Iowa Target store, and how many clues does Brain need to solve Courtlin's Secret Sound?
We play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids and talk about the lies you believed when you were a kid!
We update the situation regarding the wildfires in Hawaii, and celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibe Monday!
We chat with Iowa native Hailey Whitters about her new EP and coming home to ride RAGBRAI.
ISU's starting quarterback charged for gambling on football, and a new roller coaster is coming to Cedar Point!
A former Iowa football player retires from the NFL and things that we're too old to put up with!
We honor another area first responder and preview all the new country music including the new EP from Iowa's own Hailey Whitters!
This or That Thursday pits Blizzards vs. ice cream cones, and would you change your name to Subway for free food for life?
We give you our thoughts on the new Barbie movie and talk about why David Letterman was in Iowa!
Find out which animal Brain killed on his way to work, and we preview all the new country music out during Country Quickies!
Its Doritos vs. Cheetos on a This or That Thursday, and we talk about the Cedar Rapids restaurant that just turned 70!
We go over the new rule on bags at this year's GJCF and talk about the three finalists for best new food at the Iowa State Fair.
Iowa only has ONE Benjamin Franklin store left, and we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
We talk tattoos on National Tattoo Day and give away more tickets to the Hy-Vee Indycar Weekend.
We talk about things you tried but never want to do again! And Courtlin tries to sound like a blender.
Brain talks about his time at the Taylor Swift Era's Tour and we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
Brain and his daughter Carly reveal their concert outfits and talk about the Taylor Swift concert in Kansas City!
A new sign you're old involving your cell phone, and we talk about the new social site Threads.
Brain talks about a fireworks mishap in his neighborhood and Courtlin makes animal noises!
This Or That Thursday asks which would you rather watch...a movie or an epidode of your favorite TV show? Plus we have details on a new documentary on the Iowa State Fair.
Costco is cracking down on membership card sharing and a Food Network star is about to open a Coralville restaurant.
We talk about the best parts of being a parent, and play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We preview tons of new country music during Country Quickies, and explain why people are making Taylor Swift bracelets.
Its Onion Blossom vs. Ribbon Fries on a This or That Thursday, plus two new rides open this weekend at Adventureland!
We talk about things that we wish would make a comeback, plus Brain tries to solve Courtlin's Secret Sound!
Can you name the movie that these five popular songs are from? And we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
Brain recreates a Father's Day picture with his kids, plus we celebrate a Good Vibes Monday!
We list off sounds that soothe us and make us feel better, plus a preview of the new country music of the week!
Its Hot Dogs versus Corn Dogs on a This or That Thursday, and why Netflix's password sharing plan is actually working!
Aldi has plans to build a new store in the Corridor. And the NCAA has changed a rule that hurt Iowa and Caitlin Clark last year.
Courtlin got hacked over the weekend, and the new Daisy's Garage is about to open in Marion!
Find out if you're one of the thousands of Iowans getting money from Turbo Tax, and we preview all the new country music out today!
Are you an adult that still sleeps with a stuffed animal? And we discuss sweet tea on a This or That Thursday!
The LIV Golf and PGA merger has some fans upset, and Courtlin's Secret Sound goes 'under the sea!'
Brain talks about a problem at his son's grad party, and a list of things we THINK we're good at!
Caitlin Clark playing in a PGA Tour event and we preview the new music out today in Country Quickies!
Amazon is in hot water over privacy and its Ring Doorbells, and an Eastern Iowa Cider Farm is closing.
Find out if Brain cried at his son's graduation and Dairy Queen is getting rid of a fan favorite!
An Iowa chef is competing on MasterChef and Brain reads a letter to his son for graduation.
We discuss Netflix's new password sharing policy and talk about how a new Chipotle location is doing things differently.
Donutland is expanding, and we look at the public's choice for the best restaurants in Cedar Rapids!
Find out why the government wants to ban chocolate milk in schools, plus a new restaurant will fill the vacant CR Happy Joe's location!
We review Thursday night's ACM Awards, and preview all the new country music during Country Quckies!
Iowa's own Hailey Whitters wins her first ACM Award, and Morgan Wallen goes on 6 weeks vocal rest.
Iowa and ISU players investigated for sports gambling, and Guy Fieri's first Iowa restaurant is about to open!
We explain the strange clouds from yesterday's storms and talk about a new cookie creation called the Porkeo!
We honor another first responder and Iowa football lands a top wide receiver via the transfer portal!
We argue pizza shapes on a This or That Thursday plus discuss new wedding rules for 2023.
Brain tears up talking about his son graduating and we celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
We recap the first round of the NFL Draft and Courtlin reveals how long its been since she's shaved her legs!
Brain's daughter gets him to try a strange food combo, and Adventureland has a dress code?
Why are there flamingos appearing in yards in Marion, plus MORE Cedar Rapids concert news!
We talk with Kaj O'Mara on his last day at TV-9, and preview new country music out this Friday!
We talk about the newly released footage of UFOs and Justin Moore gets left behind during our interview!
Garth Brooks professes his love of an Iowa woman's voice, and we learn 2 more shows coming to the Iowa State Fair!
McDonald's is making big changes to it hamburgers, but do they need to? And we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We preview two new restaurants opening soon and talk about things that were cool until they got popular!
We check out the ACM nominations and preview new music with Country Quickies and tell you how to vote for your favorite Iowa tenderloin!
A new Marion restaurant sets an opening date and its a battle of board games on a This or That Thursday!
A TicTok cooking trend that sounds awful...plus a first time contestant on Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
We ask you to share your favorite vacation photos and we hear all the new country music out today during Country Quickies!
This or That Thursday is a choice of entertainment options and we name Iowa's Best Beer!
A final celebration of the Iowa women's basketball team is planned, and what noise is Courtlin making??
We recap a tough loss for Iowa and take your calls and comments on a Good Vibes Monday!
We honor another area first responder and talk to Joe Winters about the severe weather threat.
We make you choose between vacation spots on a This or That Thursday, and Hailey Whitters joins us!
We look at all the NIL deals bringing money to Iowa's Caitlin Clark, and can Brain guess Courtlin's Secret Sound?
We look at the cost of a trip to Dallas for the Iowa game in the Final Four. And we play Are You Smarter than Brain's kids!
We celebrate the Iowa women in the Final Four and taste test Hidden Valey Ranch ice cream!
We ask for your puppy pics on National Puppy Day and its a battle of Easter Candies on a This or That Thursday!
We find out what items SHOULD be in your fridge and Brain gets a surprise spelling quiz!
We talk about 2 pop up restaurants coming to Cedar Rapids, and a mom and son team up for Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
Does the Iowa basketball program need an overhaul after another NCAA loss? Plus, lots of new country music on a New Music Friday!
Brain and Courtlin reveal their March Madness brackets and Brain talks about Aaron Rodgers leaving Green Bay.
Courtlin quizes Brain over abbreviations that teens use, and does Courtlin sound like a toilet? Find out during Courtlin's Secret Sound!
We talk about the most popular pet names for our spouses, and why having a zebra as a pet is a bad idea.
We preview new music from Tim McGraw, Carrie Underwood and more! Plus, we make our Oscar picks!
This or That Thursday makes you choose between pulled pork and brisket! Plus, our favorite weatherman Kaj O'Mara joins us to talk about today's storm!
We look at your favorite cereals on National Cereal Day, and we have concert news to share!
We recap a dominate win by Iowa in the Big Ten Women's Tournament and talk about technology that could soon allow you to nap while driving!
We preview the first Buc-ee's location in the Midwest and talk Morgan Wallen's HUGE new album!
TikTok is putting restrictions on screen time for kids, and its a battle of pie flavors on a This or That Thursday!
We find out what Courtlin's turn ons and offs are, plus we celebrate a Good Vibes Monday!
Its pancakes vs. crepes on a This or That Thursday and a new study shows the benefits of a 4 day work week.
A sad end to the case of a missing Marion man. Plus, we talk about things we've never done or tried.
We share the story of two men who at at every CR restaurant week stop in one day! Plus it's a Good Vibes Monday!
We preview the new country out today and give details on FREE burgers in Cedar Rapids this Sunday!
We pit glazed vs. cake donuts on a This or That Thursday, and we talk about why a CR restaurant is being forced to close.
We take a look at the special song of you and your significant other, and play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
We talk about the spectacle that was Super Bowl Sunday and give you TWO shots at Parker McCollum tickets!
We talk about a Midwest farmer who is featured in a Super Bowl ad, plus lots of new music in Country Quickies!
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse is coming to Des Moines and we talk about the most expensive item of clothing you've ever purchased!
We discuss why hunters killed a mountain lion in Johnson County, and we celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
The National Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa will close this year and Brock Purdy gets hurt in the NFC Championship game.
We take a look at the most popular 'dream' jobs in the U.S. and hear all the new country music out on a New Music Friday!
We make you choose between Vegas and Florida on a This or That Thursday and we compare phrases that Boomers and Millenials use!
We check out a cool new place to get Korean corndogs in Iowa, and look at the new school choice law in Iowa.
An Iowa restaurant is honoring QB Brock Purdy with his own pizza and we celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
Courtlin reveals info on her DNA results and we preview new music from Morgan Wallen, Hardy, and more!
Its puppy chow versus scotcheroos on a This or That Thursday and we preview a Cedar Rapids rage room!
Hy-Vee closes a popular Iowa Wahlburgers and Kaj O'Mara from KCRG talks about today's snow storm.
Do people really care that much about their soda choice? And an Iowa woman found ALIVE at a funeral home!
We give away $200 in Mega Millions plays for tonight's HUGE drawing, plus we preview new country music!
Brain talks about his daughter Carly taking home a 'baby' for her teen living class. And an Iowa couple who needs your help.
Another country headliner at the Iowa State Fair is announced, and the ways parents embarrase their kids!
We read off the sexiest male and female names, and talk about a special Dolly Parton party coming to Cedar Rapids.
Brain laments his poor Packers, and a Mexican restaurant has a new home in Cedar Rapids.
A strange new trend involves wearing potatoes to bed! Plus, why today is the right day to take down your Christmas decorations.
We talk about the untimely passing of Jack Campbell's grandfather, and news that an Iowa City restaurant isn't closing after all.
We take a look at all the big bowl games this weekend, and talk about two Iowa organ donors being honored at the Rose Parade.
A popular food truck now has it's own restaurant. And talk about a HUGE wrestling tournament in Iowa City.
We talk about a new bargain outlet coming to Iowa City in 2023, and how high will gas prices go in the New Year?
We talk about a Solon restaurant closing this week, and about the tragic loss of 8 stingrays at a Dubuque aquarium.
An Iowa boy has his NFL dream come true, and we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We look back at the amazing World Cup Final and talk about the Light Pillars seen in Eastern Iowa.
Our This or That Thursday deals with New Years Eve and we try and better understand the opposite sex!
Brain talks about his dissapointment in season 5 of Yellowstone, and we talk about the Christmas songs we don't care for!
We look at what people really want for Christmas and play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We look at the top recipes from 2022 on TikTok and tell you how to tip your Amazon driver this holiday season!
We share country concert news and go over some of the big Holiday events going on this weekend!
We look back at the music of Christine McVie and check out pants that will warm up your Hot Pocket!
We look back at Team USA's huge World Cup win and take your calls about silly reasons to sue companies.
A popular CR Mexican restaurant in on the move, PLUS Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
Budweiser announces huge beer giveaway after World Cup says no thanks, plus Brain is thankful for the little moments with his kids.
Many people are leaving Twitter for a different site. And we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
We review two NEW Christmas movies just released and tell you about all the holiday light displays in the area!
We talk about the acts coming to next year's Indy Car race in Newton, plus its a battle of Thanksgiving Day sides on a This or That Thursday!
Brain embarrassed himself in front of Chase's girlfriend, plus Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
We recap a crazy football weekend and tell you why Dolly Parton was given $100 million!
We announce not one, but TWO new country shows and preview all the new music out today during Country Quickies!
We give your our thoughts on last nights CMA Awards and celebrate Courtlin's 8th KHAK anniversary!
Courtlin gives her review of the new CR restaurant The Sacred Cow, and Brain laments about his horrible Green Bay Packers!
We preview the new country songs and albums out and talk about Saturday's record Powerball Jackpot!
Brain toured the new Marion Library and a popular food truck gets it's own restaurant in Cedar Rapids.
Test your knowledge with Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids, and from the state's biggest pumpkin to an amazing carved pumpkin!
We reveal our Halloween costumes and hear your real life ghost stories! Happy Halloween!
We reveal our November Listener Lunch location and talk about the candy you should NEVER hand out on Halloween!
We talk to Joe, the youngster that was handed a guitar by Parmalee! Plus, Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
We mourn the passing of CR Schools Superintendent Noreen Busch. And talk about the time you lost something important.
Another Halloween themed question and TONS of events happening in the corridor this weekend!
You'll never believe what an original iPhone just sold for! Plus, vote for your favorite holiday on a This or That Thursday!
Would you eat crickets as a snack? And a new steakhouse is about to open in Cedar Rapids!
Another big country show is coming to Cedar Rapids and we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
Courtlin talks about her vacation to Ireland, and shares that she has lost her grandmother.
The Great Pumpkin isn't on TV this year, but is still airing for free, AND a new record for the price of Iowa farm land.
Brain talks about a couple of new habits since Courtlin has been gone, plus Iowa OC Brian Ferentz says funny things.
Why the Brian Ferentz petition is warranted, and the science behind the sexiest bald men in the world!
The new Marion Public Library sets an opening day, and we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!?
Brian Sines is our morning show guest host, and we chat about a disappointing Iowa football season.
We talk about a major Cedar Rapids intersection shut down for the weekend, plus KCRG meteorologist Kaj O'Mara is our guest host!
The mayor of Marion joins Brain on the show and some bad news for workers at Transamerica.
Brain gives his review of Hocus Pocus 2, and we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We have the latest on the damage from Hurricane Ian in Florida, plus lots of new music on a New Music Friday!
A new BBQ restaurant is coming to Cedar Rapids and we make you choose between a haunted house or a corn maze on a This or That Thursday!
We reveal the first show for the 2023 Great Jones County Fair, AND announce where we're at for October Listener Lunch!
Test your knowledge with Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids, and ridiculous things were you scared of as a child?
A former American Idol contestant has opened a new restaurant in Iowa. Plus, we preview all the new country music out today!
Its a battle of apple flavored treats on a This or That Thursday and a warning about cooking with medicines!
We play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids and we look at Jeffery Dahmer's time living in Iowa.
It's Snickers vs. Butterfinger on a This or That Thursday, and Happy Joe's files for bankruptcy.
Iowa fans troll Brian Ferentz on Cameo and El Bajio opens their 2nd Cedar Rapids location!
Courtlin tests Brain's knowledge of new words in the dictionary, and we talk Iowa football...Ouch.
A Cedar Rapids restaurant is in trouble for not paying it's employees, and what are some things your kids say that make you feel old?
We make you choose between beer in a bottle or can on a This or That Thursday, AND we can to try the new Casey's breakfast pizza!
We reveal the nominees for the 2022 CMA Awards and talk about the Iowa-ISU rivalry game this weekend!
Runt's Munchies opens today in a new location, and Ashton Kutcher talks about growing up on on the streets of Cedar Rapids.
Bud Light gets sued over their Rita drinks, and you can see any movie you want for $3 on National Cinema Day!
A new BBQ joint has opened in Cascade and its waffles vs. french toast on a This or That Thursday!
We talk about a downtown CR block party next month, and talk about our most embarrassing moments from school.
We talk about your chances at viewing the Northern Lights tonight, and unveil a new Girl Scout Cookie flavor!
Test your knowledge with Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids and we talk about apple orchards opening soon!
We discuss this year's Market After Dark and talk about the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
We preview this weekend's St. Jude's Sweetcorn Festival and talk about why this could be MLB's last game at the FIeld of Dreams.
Long time hypnotist Jim Wand has passed away. We ask you for the phrases or words your kids use to describe everyday items!
We look back at the amazing career of Olivia Newton-John, plus play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids.
We talk about the newest restaurant in downtown Cedar Rapids and celebrate the good things in life with a Good Vibes Monday.
We preview the new country music out this week and talk about movies that you DO want remade!
Its watermelon vs. canteloupe on a This or That Thursday plus we talk about this weekend's sales tax holiday.
Brain gets mistaken for his own father, and we talk about the dumb things we tried because we saw them online.
Details on Blind Pig expanding to Jones County and Brain's daughter Carly doesn't want to hang anymore.
We talk about the post-jackpot blues of not winning Mega Millions and Iowa sunflower fields opening soon!
It's Luke Combs vs. Luke Bryan on a This or That Thursday and where will a giant rocket fall to Earth this weekend?
We talk about a controversial pit bull ban in Keystone and Mega Millions keeps growing!
Brain starts giving his daughter driving lessons, and a new album has your favorite country songs going reggae!
We give our review of Hank Williams Jr. and Tracy Byrd at the GJCF and preview the new country music out this week!
It's Nachos vs. Cheese Fries on a This or That Thursday, plus one of Brian's favorite drinks is back in stores!
An Iowa City boy stars in a hit Hulu series and we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
Do you eat dip with a spoon or your fingers? Plus we celebrate the good things in life with a Good Vibes Monday!
It's white vs. dark chocolate on a This or That Thursday and an Iowa city is in the top 20 best BBQ cities in the nation!
We talk about the third derecho in Iowa in three years, plus new cereal scented candles from General Mills!
Ribs and wings battle it out on a This or That Thursday, plus Iowa's final Freedom Rock is nearly complete!
We celebrate the good things in life with a Good Vibes Monday and talk about the publicly voted Best of Cedar Rapids restaurants.
Top Golf announces plans to build in Iowa and we preview the new music out in country music!
Its funnel cakes vs. deep fried Oreos on a This or That Thursday plus a new Iowa City beercade is open!
A new ice cream shop is set to open soon in Marion, and we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
We celebrate a Good Vibes Monday and we taste test the hard to find Purple Thunder Dew!
Brain and Courtlin slap each other with tortillas and Brain honors his Dad for Father's Day.
There is a new Mt. Dew flavor at Casey's stores, and we talk about the things your spouse does that annoy you!
We talk about the canceled Cedar Rapids BBQ Roundup and ask you what is a task you'd pay someone else to do?
We make you choose between two favorite Chinese dishes on a This or That Thursday and we look at the top phrases every dad uses!
We take your calls about embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions, and a California couple wants advice before moving to Iowa.
Brain talks about the call he got about his son's accident and we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We celebrate the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday, and talk about a new coffee truck hitting rural Iowa!
One of our favorite restaurants is on the move, plus its a battle of summer salads on a This or That Thursday!
We share your stories about the horrible things our brothers did to us, plus how you can help restaurants in construction zones.
We reveal why the 'bat signal' was seen in Des Moines plus run down some of this year's Freedom Festival activities.
This or That Thursday pits George Strait vs. Garth Brooks plus midwest man eats a Big Mac a day for 50 years!
We learn what kind of storm a Haboob is, and we preview all the new country music out today!
Would you rather boat or float for This or That Thursday, plus why Brain's daughter wants to skip school.
We talk about your dream jobs when your were a kid, and a popular Monticello bar and restaurant is closing.
Another Field of Dreams project angers Brain, plus we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
Brain and Courtlin talk about their costumes from this weekends b-day party, and we celebrate a Good Vibes Monday!
A big BBQ event is coming back to Marion and we honor teachers on National Teacher Appreciation Day!
We remember the life of country legend Naomi Judd and preview a new restaurant opening up in Atkins!
We reveal our May Listener Lunch spot, and talk about a new kind of fitness class where you are attached to bungee cords!
We play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids and talk about what changes are ahead for Twitter thanks to Elon Musk.
Brain's favorite Chinese restaurant is set to re-open, and a bobcat roams through a backyard in Des Moines.
We preview all the music out on a Friday and talk about a popular burger restaurant closing in Iowa City.
We reveal your favorite fast food items, and look at an Iowa business going to a 4 day workweek this summer.
We ask who your three headliners would be at a country music festival, and we talk about an Iowa couple who got engaged at the Boston Marathon!
Test your smarts with Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids and should the Raging River ever re-open?
We celebrate the good things in life with a Good Vibes Monday, and are good looks important in dating?
The latest social media site younger people are using, and a battle of board games on a This or That Thursday!
A Cedar Rapids Taco and Margarita festival has been called off, and the real benefits of E-15 gas.
We recap the CMT Music Awards and talk about the best grilled cheese sandwiches in the corridor!
We update the deadly weekend shooting in Cedar Rapids, and take your calls about the things that annoy you as you get older!
Our Iowa Idols are now both off the show, and a new bottle bill in Iowa could soon pass.
We check in and see how our 2 Iowa Idol contestants faired, and we recap Sunday night's Grammy Awards.
We preview the new album from Thomas Rhett PLUS Courtlin surprises Brain with an April Fool's Day Taste Test!
Will Smith apologizes, Chris Rock is still silent and we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We confirm we aren't great at picking March Madness winners, and talk about the Chris Rock vs. Will Smith Oscar fiasco!
Sam Moss from Winterset, Iowa tells about making it to Hollywood on American Idol. Plus, Cedar Rapids country concert news!
With chat with Haley Myles of Cedar Rapids who is through to Hollywood on American Idol. Plus details on a new and unique Marion restaurant!
We take your calls on recurring dreams and a long-time downtown CR restaurant is closing.
We try and move on after a tough loss for Iowa in the NCAA Tournament. Puppies on a Furry Friday should help!
We have a St Patrick's Day themed This or That Thursday question and we preview Iowa's chances in the NCAA Tournament!
How long would it take a hacker to crack you passwords, plus we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We relive Iowa's Big 10 Tourney Win and Alisabeth Von Pressley tells about the NBC show she is appearing on!
We have the latest on the fire at Lost Island Theme Park, plus talk about Saturday's big St. Patrick's Day Parade!
Courtlin thinks Brain eats bananas in a weird way, and we'll tell you about a Cedar Rapids woman who is set to appear on American Idol!
We take your calls and comments on embarrassing things your kids have done, and we say so long to intern Reagan.
We play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids, and talk about a new hotline featured advice from kindergartners.
We give our review of the new movie 'The Batman', plus tell you how to help Iowa tornado victims.
We preview tons of new country music and tell you about the latest Mexican restaurant to open in Cedar Rapids!
We take your calls on the little lies we tell our kids, and you can now fly direct from Iowa to New York City!
We play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids and try and give each other a genuine compliment on National Compliment Day!
We celebrate the good things in life with a Good Vibes Monday! Plus, why a vodka ban won't actually hurt Russia.
Brain makes good on his Super Bowl bet and wears a dress for the entire show! Plus, we kick off Cedar Rapids restaurant week!
This or That Thursday pits chili dogs vs. Chicago dogs, and a Cedar Rapids native prepares to skate for gold in the Winter Olympics!
Intern Reagan gives her movie review of the new J-Lo film 'Marry Me', and why thousands of hummingbirds are on their way to Iowa.
Spare Time Entertainment gets set to open this week and we find out if you are Smarter than Brain's Kids!
The Rams won the Super Bowl, and Courtlin won the morning show bet! Plus, would you try some gourmet squirrel?
We make you choose between two pizza favorites on a This or That Thursday, and a favorite Marion restaurant is moving!
We tell you the third country show coming to the GJCF in 2022, and we celebrate National Pizza Day!
We talk about the return of Pei's Mandarin and about a new bargain store coming to Marion.
We talk about which Olympic Games we prefer on a This or That Thursday, plus Iowa native Hailey Whitters joins us to talk about her first headlining tour and her new album!
The Great Iowa Treasure Hunt might have money for you! Plus, we chat with country star Scotty McCreery!
Wordle gets sold and may no longer be free! Plus we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We reveal another country act for the 2022 Linn County Fair, and talk about the matchup for Super Bowl 56!
We discuss the new Little Debbie Ice Cream flavors and preview the new country music out this Friday!
This or That Thursday makes you choose between chili or stew, and a fitness instructor in Marion is honored for saving a heart attack victim.
We take your calls on the things you were dared to do as a kid. And the story of a stranger who bottle-fed a stranger's baby in the NICU!
We recap an amazing NFL weekend, minus Brain's Packers, and talk about some amazing food-eating challenges in Iowa.
We look at the policy of delaying schools due to cold weather, and talk about a recipe for chicken you'll want to avoid!
We honor Disc Jockeys everywhere on National DJ Day, and choose between two kinds of popcorn on a This or That Thursday!
We talk about the new online dating show in a Hy-Vee store, and we have concert news for 9 a.m.!
We introduce our new intern Reagan and find out what kind of country music she likes! Plus, we recap a crazy weekend of NFL Playoffs!
Two Girl Scout Cookie favorites battle on a This or That Thursday and an Iowa City business closes after over 100 years.
Iowa's three public universities make the ACTs optional, and we look at a new eating challenge at a local restaurant.
An Iowa town has made the list of cities with bed bug problems, and we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
We talk about the untimely death of comedian Bob Saget, and we take your calls and comments on a Good Vibes Monday!
We re-hash the I-380 wreck involving a man who ran away after taking his clothes off, and Courtlin orders Girl Scout Cookies!
It's a battle of cereals on This or That Thursday, and we find out if Brain and Courtlin's Xmas trees are still up!
We talk about federal charges being filed against the organizers of the NewBo Evolve festival, and how you can help local animal shelters in the name of Betty White.
How many people are leaving the state of Iowa...you might be surprised! Plus we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
On the first show of 2022, we remember Betty White and talk about some Good Vibes heading into 2022.
Eastern Iowa gets ready for the first snowfall of winter, and we play Are You Smarter Than Brain's Kids!
Brain talks about why this week is the 'Dead' Zone, and the story of an Iowa boy who found $100 and spent it in the right way!
Our last show together in 2021! We do our holiday gift exchange and sing our Christmas karaoke songs!
We look at reports of storm damage across Eastern Iowa and debate the better beverage...hot cocoa or egg nog?
We talk about kids putting strange things on the Christmas list, and talk about high winds and an abnormally warm December day!
Brain got some Christmas gifts by dealing in a parking lot, and an Iowa woman wins BIG from Ellen!
Brain talks Packers/Bears, and about how you can help tornado victims in the Heartland.
We talk about the longest-serving Iowa inmate dying, and why he was in prison for over 60 years, plus more Eastern Iowa concert news!
An Iowa farmer has made the Forbes 30 under 30 edition, and we talk about how we like our brownies!
We find out where Iowa and ISU are going bowling, and we celebrate the good things in life with a Good Vibes Monday!
We list some great holiday light displays to take the family to, and reveal the worst wedding day a bride has ever had!
We try and name the crows stalking us downtown, and talk about a CR Hy-Vee store closing soon. Plus...the world's loudest burp!
Raising Cane's scraps a planned CR location, but goes ahead with a Coralville one, and Keith Urban gets set to play the Iowa State Fair in 2022.
A new mobile ID is coming to Iowa in 2022, and Hailey Whitters joins us to tell us about her headlining tour next year!
Brain shares a weekend project that he wishes someone else would have done, and we share the good things in life on a Good Vibes Monday!
We talk about what we're thankful for, and reveal which Yellowstone star is from Eastern Iowa!
We talk about the longest #1 songs in history, and play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We provide the latest on the deadly parade accident in Wisconsin and have not one, but TWO country concert announcements!
A new breakfast spot has opened in Marion and we check out the new music out on a New Music Friday!
We make you choose between pancakes and french toast on This or That Thursday, and we talk about an amazing Thanksgiving story!
A Harry Potter reunion special is coming soon, and Courtlin hits Brain with her best eclipse jokes!
We ask you your favorite fast-food feasts on National Fast Food Day, and we play Are You Smarter than Brain's Kids!
We give our review of Crumbl Cookies, and talk about apologizing for the actions of your kids!
We talk about two new Mexican restaurants coming to the corridor, and tell you what's new on Disney Plus day!