
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

Sunday Dec 29, 2024
XEP 256: What To Expect From Xbox In 2025 | 2024 Year In Review
Sunday Dec 29, 2024
Sunday Dec 29, 2024
#Xbox #XboxNews #Gaming
Luke Lohr is joined by Jez Corden of Windows Central to chat about what Xbox fans can expect in 2025 with so many games on the horizon. 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 | Threads: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
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Sunday Dec 15, 2024
XEP 255: The Game Awards 2024 Recap & Review
Sunday Dec 15, 2024
Sunday Dec 15, 2024
#TheGameAwards #Recap #GameAwards2024
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to discuss The Game Awards 2024 and offer thoughts on the winners, format, and community. They are joined by Jose, Chipotlebear of @thenerdchatpodcast to break down all the best announcements. 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 | Threads: @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 Dec 07, 2024
XEP 254: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Reviews | Xbox's Year In Review
Saturday Dec 07, 2024
Saturday Dec 07, 2024
#IndianaJones #XboxNews #XboxPodcast
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun check out the review roundup on Indiana Jones and the Great Circle which is releasing to critical acclaim across the board. Xbox dropped it's Year In Review feature for fans to check out, and we've got some fun retro games showing up for fans. 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 | Threads: @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 Nov 30, 2024
XEP 253: Black Friday Deals | Xbox Mobile Store Delay | Handheld Future
Saturday Nov 30, 2024
Saturday Nov 30, 2024
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun the best gaming deals coming out of Black Friday, the Xbox Mobile Store has been delayed, and we're looking at a handheld future for gaming.
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 | Threads: @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 Nov 24, 2024
XEP 252: STALKER Troubles | Game Pass Growth | Avowed Previews
Sunday Nov 24, 2024
Sunday Nov 24, 2024
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss the reviews of STALKER 2 and Microsoft Flight Simulator 24, examine the growth of Xbox Game Pass after Call of Duty, and reflect on Avowed previews. 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 | Threads: @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 Nov 17, 2024
Sunday Nov 17, 2024
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun reflect on the latest Xbox campaign "This Is An Xbox" and ask whether or not Xbox is properly preparing for the future. Previews for Stalker 2, South By Midnight, and Avowed are prominently making the rounds, and of course we take listener questions. 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 | Threads: @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 Nov 10, 2024
Sunday Nov 10, 2024
#XboxPodcast #PlayStation #xboxhandheld
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun reflect on 5 years and 250 episodes of Xbox podcasts. Memories, successes, and disappointments of the podcast and brand discussed. Plus gaming news.
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.
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 Nov 03, 2024
XEP 249: Black Ops 6 Breaks Records for Xbox AND PlayStation
Sunday Nov 03, 2024
Sunday Nov 03, 2024
#XboxPodcast #PlayStation #BlackOps6
Luke Lohr is joined by Jon Clarke, Sikamaniko, of XboxEra.com to discuss the record setting of release by Call of Duty Black Ops 6, controversy surrounding Dragon Age Veilguard, and a leadership change between Xbox and Playstation that certainly raises alarm bells for both. 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.
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 Oct 27, 2024
XEP 248: Call of Duty Black Ops 6 | Dragon Age Incoming
Sunday Oct 27, 2024
Sunday Oct 27, 2024
In this episode of XEP: Luke Lohr and Captain Logun are joined by David Burdette of GamingTrend and xBaconGamNx from The Nerd Chat. We're discussing the launch of Call of Duty Black Ops 6, the impending launch of Dragon Age Veilguard, and all things Xbox.
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.
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 Oct 13, 2024
Sunday Oct 13, 2024
In this episode of XEP: Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to discuss Halo's new studio and engine, the US Court's ruling allowing Xbox to stream and purchase games from anywhere, and Metaphor ReFantazio's reviews. 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
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!