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    The Expansion Pass

    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.

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    Latest Episodes:
    Xbox Expansion Pass 202: Blizzcon 2023 News | Xbox OUTSELLS Playstation In Japan | MW3 Campaign Nov 04, 2023
    Show notes

    #ActivsionBlizzard #BlizzCon2023 #PhilSpencer

    In episode 202 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun check out the news coming from Blizzcon 2023 including Xbox's presence as Phil Spencer makes an appearance to discuss culture and inclusion. Xbox outsells Playstation in Japan for the first time in ages and Call of Duty is bringing a number of controversies with its marketing and quality. We offer review impressions of the Modern Warfare 3 campaign and the Talos Principle 2. Enjoy!

    XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better. Patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass

    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

    Twitter: Captain 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!


    Xbox Expansion Pass 201: NEW Xbox Leadership | Xbox Partner Showcase | Alan Wake Reviews Oct 28, 2023
    Show notes

    #ActivsionBlizzard #SarahBond #AlanWake

    In episode 201 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun take a look at the monumental shift in Xbox leadership structure as Sarah Bond has taken over as Xbox President and Matt Booty will oversee Bethesda. Activision’s acquisition brings the number of billion dollar franchises in Xbox’s portfolio to an impressive 17! An Xbox Showcase brings mixed reactions and Alan Wake 2 reviews are in. Enjoy !

    XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better. Patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass

    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

    Twitter: Captain 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!


    Xbox Expansion Pass 200: Massive Increase In Xbox Console Sales | Pete Hines Leaving Bethesda | Major Game Pass Success Oct 21, 2023
    Show notes

    #ActivsionBlizzard #Bethesda #Xbox

    In episode 200 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun examine the surprising news of Pete Hines leaving Bethesda after over 20 years, we have an update on when Activision titles will arrive in Xbox Game Pass now that they've been acquired, and we see a major increase in Xbox console sales as a result of Starfield. Spider-Man 2 and Mario Wonder have arrived and we see incredible success for several titles in Xbox Game Pass. Enjoy!

    XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better. Patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass

    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

    Twitter: Captain 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!


    Xbox Expansion Pass 199: Activision Acquired | Ubisoft+ News | Best Buy Quitting Oct 14, 2023
    Show notes

    #ActivsionBlizzard #AssassinsCreedMirage #Xbox

    In episode 199 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun examine the monumental news of Activision-Blizzard FINALLY being acquired by Microsoft and thus joining the Xbox family. Bad news for fans of physical media as Best Buy is set to leave the business…with more companies set to follow suit. All that and some killer good times with game releases.

    XEP has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better. Patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass

    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

    Twitter: Captain 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!


    Xbox Expansion Pass 198: Forza Motorsport Review | Assassin’s Creed Mirage Impressions Oct 09, 2023
    Show notes

    #ForzaMotorsport #AssassinsCreedMirage #Review

    In episode 198 Captain Logun is joined by Greg Sewart of Player One Podcast to discuss their review of the Xbox exclusive Forza Motorsport. Assassin's Creed Mirage is out and Logun has put ample time into it as the silly seasons of game releases is well under way. 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. Patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass

    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

    Twitter: Captain 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!


    Xbox Expansion Pass 197: Major Minecraft Milestone | Massive Layoffs | Jim Ryan Leaving Playstation Sep 30, 2023
    Show notes

    #EpicGames #JimRyan #XboxNews

    In episode 197 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun react to yet another round of massive layoffs in the gaming industry and we see a surprise milestone for a major Xbox IP, and we’re set for a major month of AAA releases in October. 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. Patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass

    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

    Twitter: Captain 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!


    Xbox Expansion Pass 196: Tokyo Game Show | Review: Cyberpunk Phantom Liberty | Xbox Roadmap to 2030 Sep 23, 2023
    Show notes

    #PhantomLiberty #TokyoGameShow #XboxNews

    In episode 196 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun are still reeling after the massive Xbox leak that occurred earlier in the week showcasing new hardware and a roadmap to 2030, Tokyo Game Show has brought expected announcements, and we have review impressions of Cyberpunk: Phantom Liberty. 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. Patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass

    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

    Twitter: Captain 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!


    Xbox Expansion Pass 195: Unity’s Disaster | Massive Layoffs | Phantom Liberty Incoming Sep 16, 2023
    Show notes

    #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

    Twitter: Captain 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!


    Xbox Expansion Pass 194: Starfield Breaks Records for Steam, Game Pass, Xbox, and Bethesda Sep 10, 2023
    Show notes

    #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

    Mr. Bad Bit Twitter

    Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com

    Twitter: Captain 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!


    XEP Interview: TMNT Dimension Shellshock | Yannick Belzil, Narrative Director Sep 06, 2023
    Show notes

    #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


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