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
Thursday Jul 13, 2023
Thursday Jul 13, 2023
#Everspace2 #RockfishGames #Interview
In this interview Luke Lohr is joined Michael Schade, the CEO and Co-Founder of Rockfish Games to discuss Everspace 2 ahead of its August 15th console release. Schade discusses the shift in direction from Everspace 1 to Everspace 2, drawing comparisons to classic games like Diablo and Freelancer. Additionally we hear how important Early Access was to development and what role Xbox Game Pass for PC played in development. Enjoy!
Everspace on Twitter: https://twitter.com/everspace_game
Everspace on the Web: https://www.everspace.game/
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: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Saturday Jul 08, 2023
Saturday Jul 08, 2023
#XboxNews #XboxPodcast #ID@Xbox
In episode 185 Luke Lohr is joined by Mr. Bad Bit, host of The Trophy Room: A Playstation Podcast. In this episode we have a quieter news week than we expected in the absence of ABK news, however a new Xbox Showcase, Game Pass Updates, and a flurry of great listener questions has us set. As always, we hope you enjoy the show.
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.
Mr. Bad Bit on Twitter: @MrBadBit
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
#Hive #Interview #HiveSocial
In this interview Luke Lohr by the Founder and Creator of Hive Social, Raluca Pop. Hive Social is an app designed to compete alongside Twitter, Threads, and other social media platforms. Raluca discusses Hive's role in the gaming space and how Hive has connected with the gaming community, including Xbox.
Roluca Pop: https://twitter.com/TheHIVE_Social | @ralucaxhive on Hive
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: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
#FTC #activisionblizzard #xbox
In episode 184 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun examine the relevant news to come out FTC trial’s finale, official sales numbers, and a former console exclusive and game of the year contender is making its way to Xbox. Stray. It’s Stray. As always, we hope you enjoy the show.
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: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
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Thursday Jun 29, 2023
Thursday Jun 29, 2023
#SuperSpaceClub #Interview #Xbox
In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Graham Reid the solo developer behind Super Space Club, which arrives on Xbox and PC on August 4th 2023. Graham discussed his career in game development, working with Xbox, and diversity in the gaming industry.
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: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Saturday Jun 24, 2023
Saturday Jun 24, 2023
#FTC #activisionblizzard #xbox
In episode 183 Luke Lohr is joined by Mr. Baron J67 - Communications Director for Level 1 Gaming. In this episode we have genuine bombshell news coming out of the Activision Blizzard acquisition as the FTC vs Xbox Trial has begun, Xbox has raised the price of consoles in several markets, and Xbox has confirmed again they’ve lost the “console wars” - Is it all doom and gloom just a few weeks after the best E3 presentation in years? As always, we hope you enjoy the show.
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: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
#PlanetOfLana #Interview #Xbox
In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Adam Stjärnljus, Creative Director for Planet of Lana and co-founder of Wishfully, the studio behind the game. Adam shares inspirations for the game and stories from development including discussions of level design and insight on companionship for the player. The two close out with discussions of exclusivity and Game Pass. 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: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
#XboxShowcase #ubisoftforward #xboxpodcast
In episode 182 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun they find themselves catching their breath after several incredible showcases from Xbox to Ubisoft and Summer Game Fest. Xbox put up some impressive streaming numbers in there and it seems they’ve also partnered with People Can Fly for a mystery Xbox Project. As always, we hope you enjoy the show.
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: 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!
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
#XboxShowcase #Xbox #xboxpodcast
In episode 181 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun offer their reactions to the stellar Xbox Showcase that saw Fable, Avowed, and Starfield gameplay as well as showcasing new Xbox IP and third party relationships. 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: 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!
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
#StarTrekResurgence #StarTrek #Interview
In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by writers Dan Martin and Andrew Grant to discuss crafting the narrative for Star Trek Resurgence. Each discusses the pressures of working with such a storied franchises and the depths they went to to ensure a compelling Star Trek storyline. 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: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com