Raised on the Radio (with Melissa Etheridge)

Raised on the Radio (with Melissa Etheridge)

From Long Island Tea by Discover Long Island

March 31, 2026 · 44 min · Season 7 · Episode 12

About this episode

Sharon and Stacy interview Melissa Etheridge about her upcoming show and new album, while also discussing Long Island life and local highlights.

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy sit down for an amazing conversation with the one and only Melissa Etheridge to talk about her upcoming show at the Patchogue Theatre on April 11, performing her new album RISE on tour, her Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination, and what performing for a Long Island crowd means to her. Then, while Stacy is away on vacation, Michael joins Sharon for the rest of the episode to recap Discover Long Island’s quarterly immersion in Patchogue, dive into all things Long Island life, and cover some hot CelebriTEA you won’t want to miss — especially at the end. #ShowUsYourLongIslander This week’s spotlight goes to 8-year-old Zach Key from Commack, who is already making waves in game development. With the help of his father, Zach created his own Roblox game, Wolf House, which has already attracted more than 1,400 players and is generating income. What started as a creative project has turned into a true passion, inspiring other kids to start creating as well. Know a Long Islander doing something great? Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com. #RevolutionaryRoots This week we’re…

People in this episode

Hosts: Sharon, Stacy, Michael

Guest: Melissa Etheridge

Topics covered

  • music
  • celebrity interview
  • Long Island culture
  • game development
  • American Revolution history

Keywords

  • Melissa Etheridge
  • Patchogue Theatre
  • Long Island
  • game development
  • American Revolution

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Roblox, Long Island Museum of American Art, History and Carriages

Places: Long Island, Patchogue Theatre

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