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Big Think: "Emotion is only weakness"

Former Staff Sgt. Eric Kocher is one of the soldiers portrayed on "Generation Kill." Here, he talks about joining the Marines, fighting in Iraq and the media's negative portrayal of the military. Join the conversation at Big Think.

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Big Think: "Globalization is good for the poor"

World Bank representative David Dollar discusses globalization and China's role as a superpower. Join the conversation at Big Think.

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Big Think: "Often, I felt I was actually overstepping boundaries"

Ceridwen Dovey reflects on the power dynamics of filming "Aftertaste," her documentary in South Africa. Join the conversation at Big Think.

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Big Think: "The exercise of the imagination is vital"

Actor Michael York reflects on his views of religion and hope for future tolerance. Join the conversation at Big Think.

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Big Think: "Access to water is a human right"

Michael Klare, author of "Blood and Oil: The Dangers and Consequences of America's Growing Dependency on Imported Petroleum," discusses the world population's strain on natural resources like water and oil. Join the conversation at Big Think.

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Big Think: Kay Warren on using her "own voice"

Author Kay Warren, wife of Christian evangelical pastor Rick Warren, discusses disease prevention, surrendering to God and the church's proper place in society. Join the conversation at Big Think.

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Big Think: "Privacy is in pretty great danger"

Author Jonathan Zittrain on whether we can self-regulate on the Internet. Join the conversation at Big Think.

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Big Think: "I'm a change agent"

Women's rights activist Julia Bolz discusses her work in Afghanistan and her commitment to "education for all." Join the conversation at Big Think.