The Jimquisition



The Jimquisition is a weekly web-show created by Jim Sterling, currently airing on the Escapist. The show originated on Destructoid's YouTube channel before making its debut on the Escapist on 2011-04-18 with the episode "Videogames Are Not Movies, Get Over It".

The Jimquisition had its 100th episode (of its run on The Escapist) on 2013-04-01 with the episode Bullshit in Sheep's Clothing

Show Concept
Essentially a platform for Jim to weigh in with his thoughts on various topics regarding videogames, the focus of episodes typically centers on a specific issue, either relating to a current event or simply something which has been grinding his gears lately. Other, special episodes can take a variety of different forms, such as The Jimquisition Awards, the 10 Shittiest Games of the Year or a music video about Cliffy B.

The show was originally not a hit among the Escapist's audience, but has gradually developed a strong following on the site. Jim attributes this success to having taken in a lot of the constructive criticism he received from early episodes to improve the show.

In a move that connects The Jimqusition and Podtoid, Miniature Fantasy Willem Dafoe has been featured on the show, sitting on the podium in front of Jim. He got a new suit on the 100th episode.

Recurring Themes
Content of The Jimquisition generally has a very strong bias toward the consumer perspective, singling out companies and games which fail to meet expectations, as well as indicting the industry on the whole for anti-consumer tactics.

Music
The theme song of The Jimquisition is "Born Depressed" by Drill Queen. Initially used without permission, Drill Queen later approved its use, saying they were regular viewers of the program.