Episode

The Trade Federation | EP 132

Podcast: Star Lores - A Star Wars Legends Podcast
Published: Apr 30, 2026
Duration seconds: 3363
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Summary

Trace the rise of the Trade Federation in Star Wars — from its humble origins as a Republic-chartered shipping mediator in 350 BBY to a galaxy-spanning megacorporation with its own droid army and Senate seat. We cover the Stark Hyperspace War, the Neimoidian takeover under Viceroy Nute Gunray, the secret alliance with Darth Sidious, and the events that set the stage for the Invasion of Naboo. Explore how commerce became conquest in the Expanded Universe, and how a trade cartel helped bring down the Galactic Republic.