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.
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Subscribe and join the XP community — and enjoy gaming discussions built on clarity, passion, and respect.
Episodes
Monday Feb 24, 2020
Monday Feb 24, 2020
In episode 20 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll examine the potential impacts of Sony withdrawing from GDC and PAX due to Coronoavirus. How does this impact the launch of the Xbox Series X and E3 announcements? Following that we note that Gamestop's new store designs may introduce potential legal concerns given the communal approach to customer interaction. Lastly we take a good look at upcoming ID@Xbox titles in 2020. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Feb 17, 2020
Monday Feb 17, 2020
In episode 19 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll Project xCloud expanding to iOS, Samsung partnering with Xbox to bring gaming to their platforms, and Geoff Keighley bows out of E3 as the ESA woes continue. Those discussions couple with review impressions of Darksiders: Genesis and the Bleeding Edge Beta to close out the show along with listener mail. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Feb 10, 2020
Monday Feb 10, 2020
In episode 18 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss Phil Spencer's most recent comments on Google Stadia and Amazon being Xbox's primary competition in the next generation. Dan Houser has left Rockstar, leaving in his wake a talented studio and questions as to the reason for his departure. That along with a discussion on Zombie Army 4: Dead War and listener questions. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Feb 03, 2020
Monday Feb 03, 2020
In episode 17 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Christian Cooper, Global Marketing and Communications Manager of Steel Series joins Luke to discuss the how the world of Public Relations have changed with the rise of influencers and esports. Xbox sales have slowed in preparation for the next generation of hardware. Listener mail and Star Wars sales offer surprises. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Jan 27, 2020
Monday Jan 27, 2020
In episode 16 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Luke is joined by Steven Spohn, the COO of Able Gamers to discuss what it is Able Gamers does in its work of bringing games to those with physical or cognitive disabilities. Ninja Theory's new Project Mara again addresses mental illnesses via gaming. Additionally a review of the first person exploration title Journey to the Savage Planet is discussed as the game offers and surprisingly rich and impressive experience. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Jan 20, 2020
Monday Jan 20, 2020
In episode 15 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss the decision by Sony to skip E3 while Microsoft is afforded the luxury of owning a theater on site. Cyberpunk and Marvel's Avengers are both delayed, however this may or may not benefit the developers long term. Microsoft pledges to reduce its carbon footprint and listener mail round out the show. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Jan 13, 2020
Monday Jan 13, 2020
In episode 14 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll examine the meaning of "Exclusives" as Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty inadvertently aroused controversy for how next gen systems will handle their upcoming catalogs. CES 2019 has come and gone with Sony's PlayStation 5 a no-show despite signs to the contrary. Those topics along with continued teases of Batman from WB Montreal in this week's XEP. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Jan 06, 2020
Monday Jan 06, 2020
In episode 13 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss Vince Zampella's move to head up DICE LA without leaving his role at Respawn Entertainment, we'll look back at a decade of ups and downs in the 2010's for Xbox, and lastly enjoy some listener mail.
Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Dec 23, 2019
Monday Dec 23, 2019
In episode 12 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a look at viewership analytics from The Game Awards, revisit the naming of the Xbox Series X (along with its impact on xCloud), and highlight January's Games With Gold. In the back half of the show we chat with Stu Grubbs, the CEO and Co-Founder of Lightstream about their PC-less streaming service, Mixer integration, and how they utilize data to hone their craft. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Dec 16, 2019
Monday Dec 16, 2019
In episode 11 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the surprise reveal of the Xbox Series X at The Game Awards. We break down the naming conventions used by Xbox ecosystem along with the announcement of Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2. Resident Evil 3 and listener questions round out the episode. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com