In today’s Talmud page, Gittin 30, the rabbis offer a starting bit of legal advice: if a man has done more than can reasonably expected to appease his wife their bill of divorce can be null and void. What does it mean for contemporary couples in trouble? Could the rabbis help one beloved TV and movie star? Listen and find out.

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