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A Crappy Catholic with Mark Kwasny
A Crappy Catholic with Mark Kwasny is a story-driven podcast about faith, failure, and the ongoing experiment of trying to be a decent human being… and regularly proving otherwise.
Mark doesn’t have it figured out. In fact, most episodes start with something that went wrong—an awkward moment, a bad reaction, a quiet realization that, once again, he is the problem—and spiral from there.
Sometimes it’s about church... sometimes it’s about work, family, or the general weirdness of being alive.
Most of the time, it’s about what happens when those things collide with a conscience that won’t leave you alone.
This isn’t a theology podcast... It’s a human one.
No advice. No pretending.
Just stories, mild irritation, and the occasional glimpse of grace showing up where it probably shouldn’t.
If you’ve ever tried to do the right thing and somehow made it worse, you’ll probably feel at home here.
A Crappy Catholic with Mark Kwasny
How’s That Conforming to Stupidity Thing Going for Ya?
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Ever feel like you're surrounded by dumb ideas... and somehow following along? Yeah, me too. This video dives into 10 hilariously painful ways we all conform to stupidity—without even realizing it. From trying to be liked by people who don’t like themselves, to calling your job a “family” (spoiler: they’ll still fire you via email), this is your invitation to stop the nonsense and embrace your wonderfully non-conforming self.
Perfect for:
✅ Recovering people-pleasers
✅ Black sheep from dysfunctional families
✅ Catholics who feel like “crappy” ones
✅ Anyone who’s ever said “I’m basically a good person” (and meant it)
Opening
"Here are 10 ways you might be conforming to stupidity—and not even know it. Or maybe you do know it, and you're sick of it. Either way, let’s break it down."
1. Trying to Be Liked (or At Least Not Hated)
Most of us spend ridiculous amounts of time trying to be liked—or at least not disliked. But here’s the truth: People will love or hate you no matter what. So quit molding yourself to fit other people's approval. Be yourself and let the chips fall. It's less exhausting than being fake and still getting hit with the hate-bat.
2. Trying to Fit into a Family That Won’t Let You
You keep trying to be the “good” one in a family that only accepts you on their terms. Stop. If you can't be yourself around your family, something’s off. You shouldn’t have to earn your spot at the table by walking on eggshells.
3. Being a Sheeple
Following the crowd is easy. Thinking for yourself is hard—but necessary. Ask questions. Don’t just follow along because everyone else is. You might just be following morons off a cliff.
4. Overworking for a Job That’ll Fire You by Group Email
Stop sacrificing your life for a job that would let you go with a Friday email and a cardboard box. Do your job well—but keep your soul, health, and sanity intact.
5. Calling Your Job a “Family”
If your actual family is dysfunctional, why would you want a second one at work? "We’re like family" often means “We’ll overwork and underpay you, but with hugs.” Hard pass.
6. Being As Catholic As You Feel
Catholicism isn’t a vibe. It’s a commitment. Don’t just go with what feels right. Dig into the faith, live the truth—even when it’s inconvenient or unpopular.
7. Living in Fear of Offending Anyone
If you’re scared of offending people just by being yourself, you’ll never say anything real. Speak the truth with love—but speak it. If Jesus offended people for healing on the Sabbath, you’ll probably offend someone just for breathing.
8. Blind Loyalty to “The Family”
Some families operate like the mafia—secrets, silence, and fake smiles. Real love doesn’t require pretending. If loyalty means covering up dysfunction, that’s not love—it’s enabling.
9. Saying “I’m Basically a Good Person”
Newsflash: So did every dictator ever. “Basically good” is the ultimate cop-out. Set a higher bar. Be a better person. Don’t aim for moral participation trophies.
10. Being Afraid to Be Different
The world wants you average, safe, and compliant. But you were made for more. Being different is hard. But being fake is soul-crushing. So stop conforming. Stand up, speak out, and stop being stupid.
Closing Words
"Don’t be a crab in a bucket. Work hard. Be better today than you were yesterday. Get on your knees and pray. And if you're going to be a crappy person—be a better crappy person. Wait... did I just ruin the whole video with that line? Oh well. See you next time."