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The podcaster and stand-up comic gets reflective in moments with his ailing father and late romantic partner, Lynn Shelton, that counter the swirl of crankiness he’s long brewed.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 13, 2025

In other words, if you're missing a meal because you're late for school pickup or trying to finish a spreadsheet, the situation might be exacerbating the crankiness from hunger.

From Salon • Feb. 13, 2023

The crankiness on the Reddit discussion boards came as the Fed’s actions cost many investors money.

From New York Times • Dec. 31, 2022

But unusual crankiness and lethargy raised their concern, and tests showed his blood sugar levels were off the charts.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 16, 2022

But I gave him a piece of divinity, and the sweet candy melted his crankiness right away.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm