Raised on the Radio (with Melissa Etheridge)

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 highlighting the Long Island Museum of American Art, History and Carriages in Stony Brook, where exhibits bring Long Island’s role in the American Revolution to life. As part of the Long Island 250 Passport, it’s a meaningful way to connect with the Island’s history.

#LongIslandLife

Long Island dominates Niche’s Best Places to Live rankings, with communities across Nassau and Suffolk counties earning top spots.

Three new boutique hotels — Hotel Corduroy in Montauk, Faraway Sag Harbor, and Oyster Estate in Greenport — are bringing fresh energy to the East End this season.

A Long Island high school robotics team takes first place at the FIRST Long Island Regional and advances toward a potential world championship.

#LeadingLadiesOfLongIsland

We’re spotlighting Kristin MacKay, Assistant Deputy County Executive for Suffolk County, who is helping lead initiatives tied to America’s 250th anniversary and shaping how Long Island’s history is experienced.

#ChariTEA

This week we’re highlighting Save the Sound, whose volunteer efforts removed over 11,000 pounds of trash from local shorelines in 2025. Their 2026 cleanup season begins April 18 in Port Jefferson.

#ThisWeekendOnLongIsland

Events this weekend include White Post Farms Easter Weekend, Waterdrinker Family Farm’s Golden Egg Hunt, the Greenport Egg Roll, Montauk’s Eggstravaganza, and Easter brunches across Long Island at top spots like Bayberry, Bistro 72, and Southampton Inn.

#CelebriTEA

This week we’re unpacking the release of Justin Timberlake’s DUI arrest bodycam footage and everything surrounding it.

🎤 Special Guest: Melissa Etheridge

Melissa Etheridge, one of rock’s most powerful and enduring voices, joins us this week. A two-time Grammy and Academy Award winner known for hits like Come to My Window and I’m the Only One, she’s currently on tour supporting her new album RISE, out now. She’s bringing the Rise Tour to Long Island on April 11 at the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, and is also celebrating her 2026 nomination for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. We talk all things touring, her new music, Long Island audiences, and what fans can expect from her upcoming show — plus her newly announced Raised On Radio Tour with Wynonna Judd.

Hot Teas don’t wait… get your tickets at PatchogueTheatre.org — and stay tuned, we’re giving away a pair on social. Thanks for joining us, Melissa!

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