James Di Fiore is a Canadian investigative journalist and podcaster who hosts Blackballed w/ James Di Fiore, a series specializing in adversarial interviews and deep-dive political commentary. Operating within the Dean Blundell Network, he serves as a core contributor and co-host for the network’s flagship show. His work explores the intersection of media ethics and governmental transparency, often utilizing a gonzo journalism style to analyze Canadian provincial politics in Alberta and Ontario. He recently produced the investigative series TaitGate, which scrutinized medical procurement and reporting standards regarding Alberta Health Services. A former contributor to Vice and The Huffington Post, Di Fiore authored The Political Operative and now focuses on independent digital production via BlackBall Media. His episodes frequently feature high-stakes discussions with political fixers and cultural figures like Spenny, moving beyond traditional news cycles to uncover corporate and institutional secrets through document-led analysis and long-form dialogue.