Welcome to The Expansion Pass (XP) — your place for clear, thoughtful discussions on gaming without the console-war noise.
Hosted by Luke Lohr (InsipidGhost) and Captain Logun, XP covers the biggest stories in gaming across Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, PC, and Game Pass through weekly news analysis, in-depth reviews, and long-form developer interviews.
Formerly Xbox Expansion Pass, the show has evolved into a multiplatform gaming podcast while staying rooted in the strategy, ecosystem, and conversations that built it.
With 150+ interviews featuring developers, journalists, and studio leads — from AAA to indie — XP offers a grounded perspective on how games are made, why decisions happen, and where the industry is headed. Guests include creators from Xbox Game Studios, Bethesda, Ubisoft, Respawn, id Software, Ninja Theory, Blizzard, Asobo, Remedy, and more.
What You’ll Hear on XP
• Weekly gaming and industry news
• Hands-on previews and spoiler-free reviews
• Interviews with developers, journalists, and industry veterans
• Coverage of Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, PC, and Game Pass
• Honest analysis grounded in experience and respect for players
Why Listeners Come to XP
• Clear takes
• No console-war noise
• Insightful, professional coverage
• A welcoming gaming community
• Industry-level conversations made accessible
Whether you're here for gaming news, developer insight, or thoughtful commentary on a changing industry, The Expansion Pass (XP) delivers high-quality coverage every week.
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Pandora, SiriusXM, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and more.
Subscribe and join the XP community — and enjoy gaming discussions built on clarity, passion, and respect.
Episodes
Sunday Sep 22, 2024
Sunday Sep 22, 2024
In this episode of XEP Luke Lohr and Captain Logun welcome Jesse Norris of Xbox Era (@XboxEra) to chat about the latest layoffs at Xbox, Palworld developers being sued by Nintendo, and the great games for Xbox that are on the way including Black Ops 6 and the Shattered Space expansion to Starfield. Enjoy!
XEP Patreon: 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.
Twitter: InsipidGhost Threads: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
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Sunday Sep 15, 2024
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
#XboxNews #PCvsConsole #PS5Pro
In this episode of XEP Luke Lohr and Captain Logun break down news of the $700 PlayStation Pro and dwindling consoles sales to ask the question: should we leave consoles behind? Xbox has laid off more staff and we settle in for a crowded release window.
XEP Patreon: 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, 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 Threads: 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!
Sunday Sep 08, 2024
Sunday Sep 08, 2024
#XboxNews #TokyoGameShow #PS5Pro In this episode of XEP Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss the developers consistently skipping Xbox, what we expect to show up at the Tokyo Game Show for Xbox, and the PlayStation 5 Pro along with news of Concord's cancellation and Astrobot's success. Enjoy!
XEP Patreon: 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, 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 Threads: 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 Sep 02, 2024
Monday Sep 02, 2024
#StarWarsOutlaws #PS5Pro #XboxNews
In this episode Captain Logun and Mr. Bad Bit discuss experiences with Star Wars Outlaws, the Black Ops 6 Beta, and whether or not the PS5 Pro is real. Enjoy!
XEP Patreon: 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, 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 Threads: 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!
Sunday Aug 25, 2024
Sunday Aug 25, 2024
#XboxNews #Gamescom #IndianaJones
In this episode of XEP Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to chat about the latest gaming news a disappointing Gamescom showcase, updates on Avowed's frames per second, and confirmation that Indiana Jones is heading to PlayStation. It's been a tough week for Xbox fans, but has it been a bad week for Xbox? Enjoy!
XEP Patreon: 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, 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 Threads: 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!
Sunday Aug 18, 2024
Sunday Aug 18, 2024
#Gamescom #XboxNews #TangoGameworks In this episode of XEP Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to chat about the latest gaming news including news that Tango Gameworks has been acquired and Hi-Fi Rush 2 lives again. Rumors abound of more Xbox games going multiplatform and Gamecom looms ahead. Enjoy!
XEP Patreon: 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, 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 Threads: 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!
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
In this episode of XEP Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to chat about the latest gaming news including statements made by WB executives that they're interested in selling of portions of WB Games. The release season is heating up, Xbox is shadow dropping DOOM games, and we've got Call of Duty news to break down. Enjoy!
XEP Patreon: 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, 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 Threads: 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
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
#XboxPodcast #XboxNews #Bungie
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to discussed the delays of both Avowed and STALKER 2, Bungie has laid off nearly a third of its staff, and Game Informer is closing after 33 years. It's not all doom and gloom though as Gamescom promises big things for Xbox fans!
XEP Patreon: 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, 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
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
#XboxGamePass #XboxNews #XboxPodcast
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun return and are joined by @colteastwood to discuss the aftermath of the Xbox Game Pass price increases. Does the catalog justify its rising cost and is the Fall lineup TOO CROWDED for Xbox to capitalize? Industry unionization, SAG-AFTRA strikes, and a STALKER 2 delay has us looking ahead to what's next for Xbox Game Pass.
XEP Patreon: 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, 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
Sunday Jul 21, 2024
Sunday Jul 21, 2024
#XboxNews #XboxPodcast Luke Lohr is joined by Keith Mitchell, Editor In Chief of The Outer Haven, on to chat about the cancellation of the Halo TV Series, Xbox Marketing boss in Europe comments on lack of funding, and the FTC is attacking Xbox once again.
XEP Patreon: 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, 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
0:00 The Outer Haven 8:00 Words of Kindness 15:30 Halo TV Series Cancelled 29:10 Black Ops 6 & NCAA Football 2024 42:50 Xbox NOT Marketing In Europe, Asia, Middle East? 57:30 FTC vs Xbox Again 1:01:00 Xbox Ultimate Sale 1:16:00 Still Wakes The Deep "Review" 1:23:00 Flintlock Impressions 1:30:15 Unfinished Games & Review Processes 1:50:00 Game Development Cycles