Parade of the Planets: A Fairytale Journey Through the Worlds of the Solar System

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 Episode 13 of Tales of Astronomy , titled Parade of the Planets , is a wonderful turning point in the series. Instead of focusing on just one planet, this episode looks back at the entire Solar System and brings together many of the scientific ideas introduced in earlier adventures. True to the spirit of the series, it does this not through a dry review lesson, but through a magical and imaginative story full of humor, worry, invention, and reflection. At the heart of the episode is a familiar pattern that Tales of Astronomy handles especially well: fear leads to curiosity, and curiosity leads to knowledge. This time, the fear comes from Pitia, who has heard that a “parade of the planets” is coming and immediately assumes it must mean bad luck and disaster. To calm her down, Yavor, Kristina, and Wendelin use a strange new invention — a machine that captures and displays memories. With its help, they revisit everything they have learned so far about the planets. This structure mak...
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Ser Jorah and the Stage‑Born Actor

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 Iain Glen is a classically trained Scottish actor best known as Ser Jorah Mormont on Game of Thrones and for roles in the Resident Evil films; born 24 June 1961 in Edinburgh and trained at RADA, his career spans stage, film, and television from the mid‑1980s to today.


A stage‑bred actor with screen gravitas

Born Iain Alan Sutherland Glen on 24 June 1961 in Edinburgh, Glen built his foundation in theatre before becoming a familiar face on screen; he studied at the University of Aberdeen and trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), where he won early recognition and awards that signalled a serious theatrical talent.

Breakthroughs and early acclaim

Glen’s early film work earned critical notice: his performance in Silent Scream (1990) brought him the Silver Bear for Best Actor at the Berlin International Film Festival, an accolade that helped establish him as a performer capable of intense, layered roles on film as well as stage.

The role that made him a household name

For many viewers worldwide, Glen became synonymous with Ser Jorah Mormont, the conflicted, loyal knight in HBO’s Game of Thrones (2011–2019). His portrayal—equal parts devotion, regret, and moral complexity—turned Jorah into one of the series’ most memorable supporting figures and introduced Glen to a global audience while showcasing the emotional depth he honed in theatre work.

Franchise work and leading TV roles

Beyond Westeros, Glen has taken on a variety of screen projects: he played Dr Alexander Isaacs/Tyrant across multiple entries in the Resident Evil film series and carried the title role in the Irish crime drama Jack Taylor, demonstrating his ability to lead both genre franchises and gritty, character‑driven television.

What makes Glen a director’s choice

Directors repeatedly cast Glen for roles that require theatrical discipline, quiet intensity, and moral ambiguity. His stage background gives him a command of language and presence that translates into characters who feel lived‑in—men who are honourable, haunted, or quietly dangerous rather than simply archetypal. That blend of training and screen experience explains his steady work across decades and genres.
Career highlights
  • Born 24 June 1961 in Edinburgh, Scottish actor with decades of work.
  • Trained at RADA — formal dramatic training and early awards.
  • Silver Bear for Best Actor, Silent Scream — major festival recognition.
  • Ser Jorah Mormont on Game of Thrones — global breakthrough role.
  • Resident Evil and Jack Taylor credits — franchise and leading TV work

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