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The episode begins with a badger invading Santa's Little Helper's doghouse. When Homer tries to call Animal Control, he discovers Springfield has been divided into two area codes: for the wealthy side and 939 for the blue-collar side. Enraged by the change, Homer leads a revolt that splits the town into Old Springfield and New Springfield , separated by a massive, poorly constructed wall of trash. The conflict escalates until Homer "kidnaps" The Who to play a concert in New Springfield, eventually leading to the reunification of the town. Critical Analysis

: The episode contains some of the show's most graphic slapstick, including a scene where a badger rips open Homer's torso to reveal his internal organs. Reception and Legacy

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"Die Geschichte der zwei Springfields" () is widely regarded as a quintessential example of the "Jerkass Homer" era. While it features an engaging premise and a high-profile guest appearance by The Who , critics often point to its lack of grounded reality and reliance on over-the-top slapstick. Plot Summary

: The episode serves as a caricature of class warfare and Cold War-style division. The "haves" vs. "have-nots" dynamic provides a framework for the humor, though some feel the resolution via a rock concert is a "lazy" way to end the conflict. The episode begins with a badger invading Santa's

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: The Who (minus John Entwistle) are generally considered a high point, with reviewers on Four Finger Discount praising their voice work as "brilliant". The conflict escalates until Homer "kidnaps" The Who

: 7.4/10, which is considered a respectable but "okay" score for this era.