Media Appearances
Cultivating Connection: Practical Strategies for Enhancing Interpersonal Relationships
August 12, 2025 | Narrative Voices with Keith Haney
This conversation with Dr. Olvera serves as a testament to the transformative power of effective communication. By embracing her insights and recommendations, we can begin to dismantle barriers that impede connection, paving the way for a future where empathy and understanding are at the forefront of our interactions. Her work is a clarion call for us all to reflect on our communication habits and strive for meaningful connections that uplift and empower those around us.
Simple Summer Tricks for Better Family Communication
June 24, 2025 | Chuck’s Chat Hub with Chuck Tuck
In this powerful episode ,Dr. Dianne Olvera dives into the critical role of self-awareness and emotional intelligence in parenting and child development. She explains how summer provides a perfect opportunity to establish healthy routines that foster growth, responsibility, and deeper family communication.
The Geographies of Creativity!
April 29, 2025 | Cool Conversations with Creatives with akaRadioRebel
akaRadioRebel welcomes three Creatives with a lot to say. Jason Gibler, Dr. Dianne Olvera, and Lee Sweeney share their travel adventures and inspirations with you.
Empowering Kids: The Path to Responsibility
April 10, 2025 | Farewell Mr. Nice Guy
Dr. Olvera shares insights on how to improve your interactions with your children and teach them the path to responsibility.
Empowered by Understanding, Voices of Connection
May 21, 2025 | Caregiver Dave
Through inspiring stories and practical insight, Dr. Olvera reveals how embracing individual differences can transform relationships, build confidence, and leave a lasting, positive impact in every interaction.
The Power of Connection
May 6, 2025 | Productivity Smarts with Gerald Leonard
Listen to Dianne and Gerald discuss the Power of Connection and how the way you make eye contact could determine your next promotion—or prevent a team meltdown.
Empathy in Action
May 6, 2025 | Amazing People, Amazing Things with Chuck Tuck
Listen to Dianne and Chuck discuss how listening and learning how to speak with people in a way that really connects can improve both of your lives in episode 295.
The Quiet Power of Asking
April 8, 2025 | Beyond Confidence with Divya Parekh
What if your words could instantly change how others see themselves? In this episode of Beyond Confidence, Divya Parekh and Dr. Dianne Olvera explore how small language shifts can build trust, boost confidence, and turn everyday conversations into powerful leadership tools. Packed with neuroscience-backed insights, this episode offers practical ways to empower others—at home, work, or school.
Dr. Dianne Olvera: Speech Patterns to Improve Your Relationships
March 28, 2025 | Fraternity Foodie Podcast by Greek University
In episode 554 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast (I called it 553 by mistake), Dr. Olvera tells us why she chose the University of Arizona, what a spy can teach us about connection, how to improve family interactions around the dinner table, speech patterns that can make or break your relationships, the power of a glance, how to promote self-confidence and leadership, how leaders can lead, and how to be a better listener.