The Rachel Defends You podcast, hosted by criminal defense attorney Rachel Kugel, founder of The Kugel Law Firm, features in-depth conversations at the intersection of law, personal decision-making, and modern life. In a recent episode titled “High-Achieving Men, Alcohol, and Identity: A Candid Conversation with Adam Mayhew,” Kugel speaks with A-Game Consultancy co-founder Adam Mayhew about the pressures facing high-performing men and the role alcohol can play in shaping identity and consequences in the legal system.
Meet Adam Mayhew
Adam Mayhew serves as co-founder of A-Game Consultancy, a coaching and advisory platform that focuses on helping high-achieving men examine their relationship with alcohol, performance, and identity. Drawing on work with clients in demanding professional and personal environments, Mayhew brings a grounded, practical perspective to conversations about change, accountability, and long-term well-being. His approach emphasizes candid discussion, realistic strategies, and a non-judgmental framework that resonates with individuals who face significant responsibility in careers, families, and communities.
Episode Insights
In this candid episode, Mayhew unpacks the psychology behind why high-achieving men often use alcohol as a tool for identity reinforcement and emotional regulation. He discusses the subtle social dynamics that normalize excessive drinking in high-pressure environments, and how personal narratives around success can mask underlying vulnerabilities.
Key highlights include:
- Identity Formation: A discussion on how early life conditioning and societal expectations shape masculine identity, and how these patterns can manifest in adulthood.
- Alcohol and Control: Insight into the illusion of control many high-performing individuals maintain, even as they struggle with habitual alcohol use.
- Reframing the Narrative: Mayhew emphasizes the importance of reframing the conversation around alcohol, not from a place of shame, but as an opportunity for intentional self-assessment.
- Sustainable Change: Strategies are shared for helping individuals move from behavior-based interventions to identity-based transformations, supporting long-term growth and integrity.
Listen Now
The full episode of Rachel Defends You Podcast featuring Adam Mayhew is available on major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. The episode invites listeners to engage with powerful themes that are often left unspoken in professional circles.
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