{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"STALKERS : The Truth Behind the Obsession","title":"The Stalker Who Targeted Steven Spielberg","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3332,"description":"This is an experimental podcast series. All content has been created using A.I. tools. Not all information may be factually correct and the hosts may occasionally suffer AI Hallucinations and fabricate information entirely disconnected from reality.  Independent fact-checking is advised.\nHollywood fame comes with fans, fortune and the occasional autograph hunter. But what happens when admiration twists into a terrifying obsession? Charlie & Jack delve into the chilling case of Jonathan Norman, whose fixation on legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg spiralled into a disturbing plan involving delusions, deception and a potentially deadly confrontation. From Norman’s troubled past and escalating violence to the shocking discoveries that exposed his intentions, this is a story that reveals just how dangerous obsession can become.\nBut this case wasn't just about one Hollywood heavyweight and a very unwelcome visitor. It helped shape a landmark legal battle over what stalking really means, challenging the idea that victims must know they're being targeted to experience genuine fear. Charlie & Jack explore the psychology behind celebrity stalking, the failures that allowed Norman to get dangerously close, and the modern threats lurking in our digital world. One thing’s certain: if you're planning to get adopted by Steven Spielberg, turning up uninvited with handcuffs and a questionable game plan probably isn't the way to get a foot in the door!\nWhen admiration becomes obsession: The disturbing psychology of a fixation that blurs the line between delusion and reality.\nA landmark case that changed the law: How the Spielberg case challenged the legal understanding of fear and stalking.\nThe ultimate Hollywood nightmare: How a determined stalker exploited gaps in the system — and why better gates alone can't solve a deeper problem.\n\nCHARLIE WEST\nCharlie has a lifelong fascination for the psychology behind criminal obsession. Known for her sharp wit, fearless opinions and...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/eMA6G3LIoo-DBXamQ2h6D2G7nhjKEyUgn5PmmuQQRSY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85Yjhk/MDMyNTAxNzFhMjQ4/MTY5Mzk5MjZjMGJl/ZDRmZS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}