
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

6 days ago
6 days ago
#Unity #XboxNews
In episode 195 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss the latest Xbox News, Unity has made a critical error and the time for attack has come, and massive layoffs have hit EA studios. Phantom Liberty is on the horizon, The Crew Motorfest is out, and Mortal Kombat is great. It’s a good time to be a gamer. As always, we hope you enjoy the show. Enjoy!
XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
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Sunday Sep 10, 2023
Sunday Sep 10, 2023
#Starfield #Xbox #News
In episode 194 Captain Logun and Mr. Bad Bit discuss Starfield's incredible launch which saw it breaking concurrent view records on Twitch, the Bethesda launch records, and of course Xbox launch records. Starfield impresses everywhere and we could not be more excited. Xbox news galore. Enjoy!
XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
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!

Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
XEP Interview: TMNT Dimension Shellshock | Yannick Belzil, Narrative Director
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
#TMNT #shreddersrevenge #Dimensionshellshock
In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Yannic Belzil, Narrative Director at Tribute Games to discuss the recently released DLC for Shredder's Revenge: Dimension Shellshock. Yannick discusses the award winning title proper, added content, and the process for bringing so many Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Easter Eggs to life. New characters, art, and a survival mode all encompass Dimension Shellshock's content. Enjoy!
XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com

Sunday Sep 03, 2023
Sunday Sep 03, 2023
#Starfield #Xbox #News
In episode 193 Luke Lohr and Mr. Bad Bit discuss Starfield’s arrival and the review discussions and controversies that come with it. Xbox has a new Director for Partnerships in Japan, and subscription prices are going up. As always, we hope you enjoy the show!
XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
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 Aug 26, 2023
Saturday Aug 26, 2023
#ActivisionBlizzard #XboxNews #Gamescom
In episode 192 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun tackle the mountain of news coming out of Gamescom including Series S parody clauses bending and commentary on the wild news of Ubisoft partnering with Xbox to stream Activision games, you heard that right, and we’ve got review roundups for Armored Core 6 and Immortals of Aveum. It’s a packed show and as always we hope you enjoy!
XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
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 Aug 24, 2023
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
#TheMakingofKarateka #Interview #DigitalEclipse
In this interview Luke Lohr is by Stephen Frost, Head of Production at Digital Eclipse, who oversees all projects including The Making of Karateka. The two discuss The Making of Karateka's improvements over previous Digital Eclipse project including its entry as the first of the Gold Master Series. Specific to Karateka the two reflect on Jordan Mechner, creator of Karateka and Prince of Persia, and his efforts to craft games in a time where cinematic storytelling was limited by the technology. Enjoy!
XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com

Saturday Aug 19, 2023
Saturday Aug 19, 2023
#Starfield #XboxNews #ArmoredCore6
In episode 191 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss Xbox’s new Enforcement System to combat toxic behavior in the community, Game Pass has begun a slew of high profile releases that show no signs of slowing, the Xbox 360 store is shutting down, and Starfield has gone gold. As always, we hope you enjoy!
XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
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!

Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
XEP Interview: Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm | Tommaso De Benetti
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
#Oceanhorn2 #Interview #xbox
In this interview Luke Lohr is by Tommaso De Benetti of Cornfox and Bros to discuss the recent Xbox release of Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm, published by FDG Games. The two discuss how the game has changed since its initial launch on Apple Arcade, how the franchise has become a staple homage to The Legend of Zelda, and what sets it apart from other titles.
XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com

Saturday Aug 12, 2023
Saturday Aug 12, 2023
#TheLastRonin #XboxNews #xbox
In episode 190Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss the announcement of a new TMNT game based on The Last Ronin including concerns about its developer. Forza Motorsport is set to launch missing key features and a Quake 2 remaster has been shadow dropped into Xbox Game Pass. As always, we hope you enjoy!
XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
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 Aug 10, 2023
XEP Interview: Marble It Up! Ultra | Alex Swanson and Mark Frohnmayer
Thursday Aug 10, 2023
Thursday Aug 10, 2023
#MarbleItUpUltra #Interview #xbox
In this interview Luke Lohr is joined Alex Swanson and Mark Frohnmayer, co-founders of The Marble Collective. Swanson and Frohnmayer discuss the long legacy of Marble games and how Marble It Up! Ultra is a culmination of over two decades of work in the genre and marks the return of the team to Xbox after a successful title on Xbox Live Arcade two generations ago. Enjoy!
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarbleItUp
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com