
The CVH Podcast
The CVH Podcast offers an unfiltered look into the life of an international opera singer, Christian Van Horn. It explores the contrast between extreme confidence and crippling self-doubt, providing rare behind-the-scenes access. The podcast promises zero bullshit and nothing curated or framed.
Episodes
FREDDIE DE TOMMASO
Send us Fan MailThis week on the CVH Podcast, my guest is my brother, tenor Freddie De Tommaso.No subject is off limits.We talk about the sacrifices, pressures, victories, and absurdities that come with building a life on the operatic stage. From family and friendship to career, competition, and what it's really like when the spotlight goes off, this is one of the most honest conversations we
FOOLISHLY JUMPING ON CARS
Send us Fan MailEpisode 308 of the CVH Podcast is out now.This week: a reminder that sometimes the universe teaches the lesson twice.After spending weeks talking about being smart, staying healthy, and avoiding unnecessary injuries... I managed to hurt myself by jumping on a car during rehearsal. Brilliant.Also, album updates from the Lithuania sessions, where months of planning, thousands of mile
SICK OF MY OWN VOICE
Send us Fan MailEpisode 307 🎙️A week in Lithuania 🇱🇹 — long recording days, late-night debriefs, too much jetlag, and some unforgettable moments behind the mic. This recap is all about the chaos, the laughs, the music, and everything that happened in between. New episode out now.
SQUATTING OVER MY FACE
Send us Fan MailCVH Podcast — Episode 306.A fellow gym-goer may or may not have intentionally squatted directly over my face… and somehow this episode also became a conversation about the collective effort behind making an album real.Chaos, gratitude, gym trauma, and the power of people showing up.Episode 306 is live.
BLUEBEARD OPENING
Send us Fan MailEpisode 305 is live 🎙️Bluebeard opens… then it’s metal detectors, 3AM helicopter wake-up calls, and everything in between.Another chaotic chapter you don’t want to miss.Tap in now.
KAREN CARGILL
Send us Fan MailThe latest CVH Podcast is…hysterical, to put it mildly 😂🎙️I’m joined by the phenomenal mezzo-soprano Karen Cargill—my Bluebeard co-star—and let’s just say we had a lot of fun along the way. Music, mayhem, and plenty of laughs.We’re performing with the Canadian Opera Company in their stunning Bluebeard production by Robert Lepage, conducted by Johannes Debus—opening April 25 at the
LOSING MY SCREWS
Send us Fan MailFIRST WEEK OF BLUEBEARD AND THE IMPOSSIBLE FALL SCHEDULE. Back in Bluebeard’s world this week…Returning to that dark, psychological landscape where every door feels heavier than the last — and somehow it always reveals something new.Also diving into Chicago Lyric Opera’s newly announced season 👀New episode of the CVH Podcast is live. Step inside. 🎭
UNEXPECTED TIME HOME
Send us Fan MailGot sick. Had to cancel a recording session I was really looking forward to.Not gonna lie—it stung.But today slowed me down in a way I didn’t expect. Took care of things at home, got my hands dirty, and remembered there’s a kind of peace in a simpler rhythm.The recording session will be there tomorrow. For now… farmer mode 🌱New CVH podcast episode out now.
DON CARLO IN DALLAS
Send us Fan MailFinal rehearsal before opening night.Moments like this bring perspective—standing in front of an orchestra, doing what I love, aware that every time could be the last. Grateful for the music, the musicians, and the chance to sing it again.New episode of the CVC Podcast.
300
Send us Fan Mail300 episodes.On this milestone episode of the CVH Podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Etienne DuPuis and special #EveryWorder guest Aaron Arroyo.We celebrate the journey to 300 — but more importantly, we dig into what keeps this platform meaningful: the inspiration it gives to artists at the beginning of their path. The conversations, the honesty, the reality of the work.Authentic
NICOLE CAR AND ETIENNE DUPUIS
Send us Fan MailNicole Car and Etienne Dupuis join me in Texas for an episode that completely derails—in the best way. From Jeffrey Epstein to Don Carlo to my colonoscopy prep, no topic is safe. High opera, low humor, and nonstop laughing from start to finish.
MATTHEW HORNER
Send us Fan MailWant to know what a top IMG Artists manager actually wants to see from you? I’m sitting down with my manager, the great Matthew Horner, to talk career management, artist development, and the "it" factor. This is a masterclass in a podcast episode. Don’t miss it! 🎧🔥
MICHAEL FABIANO
Send us Fan MailNEVER A DULL CONVERSATION WITH FABS. MICHAEL IS FEARLESS IN TALKING ABOUT ANYTHING AND IS ENDLESSLY INTERESTING. OPERA, FLYING, COFFEE, HEALTH CARE, BASEBALL. YOU NAME IT- HE CAN SPEAK ON IT.
DOUBLE DUTY AT THE MET
Send us Fan MailTWO PRODUCTIONS AT THE SAME TIME AND PREPPING DON CARLO WITH EVERY SPARE MINUTE. NO REST THIS WINTER IN NEW YORK!
MATTHEW ROSE
Send us Fan MailTHE GREAT MATTHEW ROSE JOINS ME ON THE 75TH.
LARRY BROWNLEE
Send us Fan MailONE OF MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITES AND EASILY A HISTORIC FIGURE IN OUR BUSINESS- THE GREAT LARRY BROWNLEE SITS DOWN AGAIN. DICTION COACHES, FURRIES, AND EARNING IT...
I PURITANI MAGIC AND THE 75TH FLOOR
Send us Fan MailI Puritani rehearsal update and life above the clouds.
ANNUAL THANKSGIVING EPISODE WITH MY BOY
Send us Fan MailCOULTER DROPS IN FOR OUR ANNUAL THANKSGIVING EPISODE.
EVE-MAUD HUBEAUX
Send us Fan MailA very funny sit down with my good friend and incredible mezzo-soprano Eve-Maud Hubeaux. Tall people issues abound!
ON THE WAY TO THE THEATER
Send us Fan MailANOTHER WALK AND TALK IN PARIS.
WHAT IS THIS?
Send us Fan MailMY EXISTENTIAL WALK WITH CATE THROUGH THE MONTPARNASSE CEMETARY.
5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Send us Fan MailCELEBRATING 5 YEARS OF THE CVH PODCAST
THE TOILET SITUATION
Send us Fan MailMY TALL ASS TRYING TO DEAL WITH THE REALITIES OF EUROPEAN BATHROOMS AND DETAILS ABOUT MY UPCOMING SOLO ARIA RECORDING.
RAGING AT "REVIEWERS"
Send us Fan MailTIME TO TURN SOME FOCUS ON THE MUSINGS OF THE SIDE LINE JUDGES. SLICING TENOR CLAY HILLEY @heldenhilley INSPIRES MY RAGE.
LET IT BREATHE!
Send us Fan MailTHE OPTION OF REMOVING SILENCES DRIVES ME TO THE BRINK.
BIANNUAL FATHER/SON EPISODE
Send us Fan MailJoined by my boy for our twice a year catch up on the road. A clear fan favorite!
LIVE STREAMING FROM VERONA
Send us Fan MailTHIS TECH MORON ATTEMPTS ONE MORE WAY REACH 6 MORE PEOPLE. VERONA AND SINGING FOR 15,000.
ETIENNE DUPUIS
Send us Fan MailHAIR TRANSPLANTS, WAXING, AND RAINBOW DILDOS. THE MOST REQUESTED GUEST IS BACK AS HE CLAIMS HIS 5 TIMERS CLUB MEMBERSHIP.
THE JOURNEY / STONEHENGE
Send us Fan MailCVH gets into the journey and takes you on a walk FAR greater than the destination.
WINNING BY INCHES
Send us Fan MailWINNING IS DONE IN INCHES. ON THIS EPISODE CVH REMINDS EVERYONE WHY THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GOOD AND GREAT IS NOT AS MUCH AS YOU THINK.
HUMBLING FITTINGS AND THE LAST 5%
Send us Fan MailCVH has a VERY humbling costume fitting. Musings and backstage access to the first week at Royal Opera Covent Garden. Pontificating on being successful in the last 5% of effort.
BULLFIGHTS, ATTILA AND THIS AMAZING CITY
Send us Fan MailMY LOVE FOR MADRID AND MY NEW OBSESSION.
ANDRZEJ FILOŃCZYK AND SAVA VEMIĆ
Send us Fan MailMy two fantastic co-stars in Don Carlos discuss their careers from the perspective of young men experiencing Verdi for the first time. It’s hilarious, insightful, and heartwarming. They love what we do.
PROBABLY THERE'S SOMETHING TO SAY
Send us Fan MailWrapping up Paris and creating over consuming.
CATE PISARONI AND CRAIG TERRY
Send us Fan MailTwo of my most favorite collaborators sit down with me and talk about story telling. We get into everything show business and dive into speaking honestly at every turn. Hilarious, heart-felt and REAL.
AWFULLY QUIET
Send us Fan MailPOST OPENING LET DOWN AND MY NEW SHOW COMING TO A CITY NEAR YOU!
ETIENNE DUPUIS
Send us Fan MailMy brother Etienne sits down again for a laugh riot!Rainbow Dildos. Changing adult diapers, Fluffers.
RENÉ BARBERA
Send us Fan MailMy good friend and wildly talented tenor, René Barbera, sits down for a hilarious chat. Open and honesty are the keys to a GREAT CVH Podcast and René delivers! Not top be missed!
EASTMAN OPERA
Send us Fan MailMy experience last weekend with a group of focused killers. Thoroughly impressed with what's going on up at Eastman School of Music
OPERA FIGHT CLUB
Send us Fan MailTHE FIRST RULE OF FIGHT CLUB...
PAY NO ATTENTION TO THE GRAMMY BEHIND THE CURTAIN...
Send us Fan MailChecking in from Chicago. Bluebeard with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Grammy truth and my pimp coat...
FOR THOSE WHO'VE LIVED
Send us Fan MailGOING THROUGH THE DARKEST PARTS TO GET TO THE GOOD STUFF...
SWEET CAROLINE
Send us Fan MailMY LOVE LETTER TO MY GENERAL MANAGER FOP THE PAST 22+ YEARS, CAROLINE WOODFIELD
YEAR 4 END AND MY HEARTFELT THANKS
Send us Fan Mail2024 YEAR END REVIEW. SLIGHTLY UNDER THE WEATHER BUT HUMBLED BY THE LOVE FOR WHAT WE DO HERE.
MUSIC AS RELIGION
Send us Fan MailMUSIC AS RELIGION AND MOVING ON FROM San Francisco
SOPRANO LOUISE ALDER
Send us Fan MailA PODCAST FROM THE DRESSING ROOM AT THE WAR MEMORIAL OPERA HOUSE IN SAN FRANCISCO! SOPRANO LOUISE ALDER IN HER MICAELA COSTUME KEEPS ME LAUGHING WHILE WE WAIT TO REENTER THE STAGE!
COLT THANKSGIVING EPISODE
Send us Fan Mail4TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY CHECK IN WITH MY BOY...
HORSE DRAMA
Send us Fan MailGETTING FIRED FROM MY DRIVING ASSIGNMENT...
SIMON O'NEILL
Send us Fan MailAFTER LITERALLY MEETING THE NIGHT BEFORE SIMON O'NEILL SITS DOWN FOR A FANTASTIC TWO HOUR CONVO. THIS IS A TRUE LOVE LETTER TO THE BUSINESS OF SINGING. NOT TO BE MISSED!
REACHING OUT
Send us Fan MailA beautiful friend makes a simple gesture and changes the whole outlook on a lazy Sunday. Ailyn Perez making the world better in so many ways.
J'NAI BRIDGES
Send us Fan MailMEZZO SOPRANO J'NAI BRIDGES STOPS BY FOR A LONG CHAT WHILE SHE SINGS MAGDALENA IN RIGOLETTO CURRENTLY AT THE MET.
ANGEL BLUE
Send us Fan MailOPERA SUPERSTAR ANGEL BLUE. FROM PAGEANTS TO THE BIGGEST OPERA STAGES IN THE WORLD. PLEASE STAY OUT OF OUR DRESSING ROOMS...
NADINE SIERRA
Send us Fan MailA BEAUTIFULLY HONEST, FUNNY AND THOROUGH CONVERSATION WITH NADINE SIERRA.
GET OUT OF MY DRESSING ROOM!
Send us Fan MailWEEKLY ROUNDUP OF THE USUAL...
ERIN MORLEY
Send us Fan MailERIN MORLEY. WHEN TALENT AND MAGIC COLLIDE.
BEN BLISS
Send us Fan MailMY BROTHER BEN SITS DOWN AND CONTEMPLATES IT ALL.
STEPHEN COSTELLO AND QUINN KELSEY
Send us Fan MailTHE BOYS STOP BY FOR A CHAT WHILE THEY STAR IN RIGOLETTO AT THE MET.
FEELING THE FEAR AND DOING IT ANYWAY
Send us Fan MailOUTSIDE OUR COMFORT ZONES.
SASHA COOKE
Send us Fan MailMY GREAT FRIEND AND TWO TIME GRAMMY AWARD WINNER SASHA COOKE SITS DOWN FOR A VERY UNFILTERED CHAT.
BITING MY TONGUE (SORT OF)
Send us Fan MailNOT EVERY GIG IS A WINNER
LISETTE OROPESA
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C MONEY RETURNS
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SALZBURG SUMMER (BEER GARDEN EXCUSE)
Send us Fan MailHOT SUMMER FOR ALL
Etienne Dupuis Part 3
Send us Fan MailPost show Wrap Up with Etienne Dupuis. 3rd and final installation with Sancho directly following my last performance in Paris.
NICOLE CAR
Send us Fan MailTHE NICEST SOPRANO IN OPERA SITS DOWN FOR A CHAT.
DAVID LOMELI
Send us Fan MailFINALLY GOT MY BROTHER DAVID LOMELI IN HERE. REVEALING, TOUCHING AND EXTREMELY INSIGHTFUL. SHOP TALK WITH A HUGE HEART BEHIND IT. THE AMERICAN OPERA FUTURE FEELS MORE SECURE WITH THIS KIND OF CHAMPION AT THE FOREFRONT.
ETIENNE DUPUIS TAKE 2
Send us Fan MailBACK FOR MORE FUN AND DEBAUCHERY.
ETIENNE DUPUIS
Send us Fan MailDON Q AND SANCHO SIT DOWN TO TRY AND FIGURE THIS ALL OUT.
THIS ONE. LISTEN TO THIS ONE.
Send us Fan MailIT'S THE JOURNEY.
COST OF DOING BUSINESS
Send us Fan MailSTRESS. WHEN LIFE AND ART GET BLURRY...
WE IN IT
Send us Fan MailEXHAUSTED AND BEATEN UP AND IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS.
VACATIONS OVER
Send us Fan MailEYEBALLING MY SCHEDULE...
DECOMPRESSING
Send us Fan MailTaking a minute to breathe.
MEZZO-SOPRANO EMILY SIERRA
Send us Fan MailLIFE IN THE ENSEMBLEEYE ON THE PRIZEFROM FAN TO FEST IN RECORD TIME
WHAT BALANCE?
Send us Fan MailMANAGING THE FAST LANE
DON GIOVANNI ON THE MOON
Send us Fan MailIN VIENNA FOR A DEBUT!
GETTING SICK BETWEEN ACTS
Send us Fan MailFOOD POISONING STRIKES THE DRESS REHEARSAL
RACHEL WILLIS-SØRENSEN
Send us Fan MailRachel joins me for a no holds barred chat.
ACTOR RICHARD KIND
Send us Fan MailHILARIOUS AMERICAN ACTOR AND COMEDIAN RICHARD KIND.TALKING CAROL BURNETT, SECOND CITY AND HIS BEST BUD GEORGE CLOONEY.
JAMIE BARTON IN PARIS
Send us Fan MailJAMBATHON, LIFE AND DAVE GROHL
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