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Free Live Webinar Wednesday -- Behind The Olympics with America’s Most Decorated Cross Country Skier Jessie Diggins

Jessie will discuss the 2026 Winter Olympics, eating disorder recovery, and her inspiring new documentary Threshold now on Peacock. Registration is free and limited to 1000 people.

SAINT PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Emily Program, a national leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today announced a free public webinar, Up Close with Jessie Diggins, featuring Olympic gold medalist and America’s most decorated cross-country skier, Jessie Diggins, who speaks openly about her recovery from an eating disorder. The live event, hosted by The Emily Program and The Emily Program Foundation, will take place on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 12:00–1:00 p.m. Central time. Registration is free and limited to 1000 people.

"We are thrilled to host Jessie for this unique conversation on the heels of her legendary performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics," said Jillian Lampert, Vice President, Strategy and Public Affairs.

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The webinar will offer a casual, front-row experience as Jessie shares her perspective on her recent participation in the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, thoughts on finishing the remaining World Cup season prior to her retirement at the conclusion of the 2025-26 season, her dedication to recovery from an eating disorder after a relapse she had in 2023 following 12 years of stability, and an inside look at her new documentary, Threshold, which chronicles her journey as an elite athlete and her experiences with health and eating disorder recovery.

"We are thrilled to host Jessie for this unique conversation on the heels of her legendary performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics," said Jillian Lampert, Vice President, Strategy and Public Affairs. "Her openness, dedication, and resilience make this a rare opportunity for the public to hear from one of the world’s top athletes while also highlighting important conversations about health and wellness."

This virtual event is open to the public. Interested attendees can register for free at https://the-emily-program.ce-go.com/up-close-with-jessie-diggins

About The Emily Program
The Emily Program is nationally recognized for its compassionate and evidence-based approach to eating disorder treatment. With locations across the country and robust virtual care options, The Emily Program provides accessible, expert care that addresses the physical, emotional, and social aspects of recovery. For more information about The Emily Program’s services, visit www.emilyprogram.com or call 1-888-272-0845.

Contacts

Media Contact
Cindi Goodsell, Vice President
Stanton Public Relations and Marketing
cgoodsell@stantonprm.com
510-409-3646

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The Emily Program announced a free public webinar, Up Close with Jessie Diggins, who speaks openly about her recovery from an eating disorder.
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Contacts

Media Contact
Cindi Goodsell, Vice President
Stanton Public Relations and Marketing
cgoodsell@stantonprm.com
510-409-3646

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