Selected work
The Slowdown
Time, culture and the art of conversation.
Led by Spencer Bailey, The Slowdown is an independent media company built on the belief that the greatest luxury is time. Its work spans the Time Sensitive podcast, books, a newsletter and intimate talks and events.

Spencer Bailey with Sheila Hicks, recording Time Sensitive in Paris.
Photograph: Agathe Karsenti for The Slowdown

Spencer Bailey with Dries Van Noten in Venice.
Photograph: Matteo de Mayda
Our work
JIH PR developed distinct narratives for Spencer Bailey, The Slowdown and Time Sensitive, connecting his editorial point of view with design, culture and media. Our work included profile and interview pitching, briefing materials, photography coordination and introductions for programming and cultural collaborations.
Publishing
Spencer Bailey’s book, Explore: The Leading Hotels of the World, considers hospitality through travel, adventure and wellbeing.
Explore the bookTime Sensitive
Long-form conversations with artists, designers and cultural figures explore how time has shaped their lives and work.
Visit Time SensitiveSelected press
Spencer Bailey: “It’s a really careful act”Read article
- Slow and Steady: An Interview with The Slowdown’s Spencer BaileyRead article
- Did You Know Isamu Noguchi Designed a Baby Monitor?Read article
Further selected press (6)
- Design Matters interviewDesign Matters: Spencer BaileyRead and listen
- How Spencer Bailey Is Leading the Charge to “Slow Down” the Media LandscapeRead article
- Time Sensitive: 150th episodeAlma Allen Speaks Out on Backlash Over Venice Biennale Commission: ‘A Little Stressful’Read article
- The Leading Hotels of the World book series and Brazilian publisher, AfluenteListen to interview
- The Best Podcasts of 2024, According to Our EditorsRead article
- Staying in: Brain foodTime SensitiveRead article