The Xbox Expansion pass is an analytical podcast dedicated to the goings on of the gaming industry as they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Hosted by Luke Lohr, the InsipidGhost, XEP aims to offer insightful discussions on gaming culture as it pertains to Xbox, Project xCloud, and Xbox Game Pass. Interviews from throughout the industry frequent the show as developers, actors, producers, and analysts share their experiences in gaming.
Episodes
7 days ago
7 days ago
#SummerGameFest #XboxShowcase #GamingNews
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to discuss their expectations for Summer Game Fest, the MIX Showcase, and the Xbox Showcase 2025. Will we finally see Contraband, Everwild, or Perfect Dark? Will we see Gears of War E-Day's release date?
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
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7 days ago
7 days ago
Luke Lohr sits down with Mat Piscatella of Circana. Mat is Circana’s video game industry analyst. He regularly advises senior industry leaders, media, and trade associations on the business trends impacting gaming’s present and future.
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Saturday May 24, 2025
Saturday May 24, 2025
#GamingNews #WarhammerSpaceMarine #Gaming
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun are joined by @jez.c Corden to chat about the week's gaming news including Hellblade 2 heading to PlayStation, Warhammer Space Marine Remastered coming to Game Pass, and the new Retro Classics partnership between Xbox and Antstream. Enjoy!
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Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Saturday May 17, 2025
Saturday May 17, 2025
#gearsofwar #PlayStation #JadeRaymond
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun are joined by Jordan Middler of VGC ( @VGC ) to discuss the week's gaming news. Gears of War has a movie director, Jade Raymond has left Sony and Haven Studios, and PlayStation's Bungie has plagiarism issues. Again.
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Sunday May 04, 2025
Sunday May 04, 2025
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to discuss the massive news of Xbox RAISING its prices on all hardware to include controllers, accessories, and consoles. Games prices are also rising but Game Pass looks to keep its current model. Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed to May and yet another Titanfall project has been cancelled. Wild Week!
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Thursday May 01, 2025
Thursday May 01, 2025
Luke Lohr sits down with Stephen Kick, Studio Head of @Nightdivestudios to discuss the Kex Engine, working with massive IPs like Star Wars, Doom, and Quake, as well as what makes a game worth remastering. Stephen shares some of the lessons the team has learned over the years and confirms some fun irons in the fire for the future. Enjoy!
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Sunday Apr 27, 2025
Sunday Apr 27, 2025
Luke Lohr, xBaconGamnx ( @thenerdchatpodcast ) and Captain Logun discuss the release of the Oblivion Remaster as well as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Both games are incredible and have gathered great audiences. More Doom news on the horizon and Game Pass delivers big. Enjoy!
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Sunday Apr 20, 2025
Sunday Apr 20, 2025
#Oblivion #DoomDarkAges #XboxNews
Luke Lohr, Captain Logun, and Lord Cognito of Defining Duke and the Iron Lords ( @IronLordsPodcastRoundtable ) discuss the Oblivion Remaster, which titles Xbox should be remaking, and the latest gaming news. Doom The Dark Ages has new hardware and the Xbox Spring Sale is live. Enjoy!
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Sunday Apr 13, 2025
Sunday Apr 13, 2025
#XboxShowcase #SummerGameFest #ElderScrolls
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun return to the fold this week to discuss the announcement of the Xbox Game Showcase Double Feature in 2025. The Outer Worlds 2 will be spotlighted along with upcoming Xbox titles. Marathon Impressions go live during the show, and Toys For Bob remains excited to work on Banjo Kazooie. When is Elder Scrolls Oblivion's Remake?
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Sunday Apr 06, 2025
Sunday Apr 06, 2025
#Switch2 #GamingCosts #GamingNews
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to discuss the news of the Nintendo Switch 2 and how its prices are impacting the gaming market overall, to include Xbox adjacent handhelds. South of Midnight has launched and we have a review roundup for you. Doom The Dark Ages previews are live, mixed, and exciting. Also, Luke has to eat Pineapple Pizza. Jerks.
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!