The dreaded hill is brutal to film on—here’s the real story behind the struggle, the harvest, and how we keep the garden thriving. In this CaliKim UnCut episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes on one of the most challenging spots in our garden to film—the steep, sun-soaked hill. You’ll also see how we prep our livestreams, what I’m harvesting for fresh summer meals (including garden-fresh pico!), and what I’m doing this week to keep everything growing strong in the August heat. Real talk, real garden life—and lots of inspiration for your own garden.
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🎥WATCH FOR MORE GARDEN TIPS:
⮕17 August Must-Plant Veggies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3Ur1a9aB4c&list=PLH4z_9MDD00JBj5aZyKxAjApfU7WhiK1L&index=1
⮕33 Genius Summer Garden Hacks You’ll Wish You Knew Soonerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6E8iVyVZ01g&list=PLH4z_9MDD00JBj5aZyKxAjApfU7WhiK1L&index=1
TIMESTAMPS: (click the timestamp to jump to a specific tip or re-watch your favorite part)
00:00 Intro to CaliKim UnCut
00:06 Why CameraGuy loves beauty shots
00:26 How CameraGuy get’s beauty shots
01:43 Filming the dreaded hill: behind the scenes
05:10 Fresh harvest haul for garden pico de gallo
07:52 What I’m doing this week to keep the garden thriving
10:00 How we set up our livestreams
13:08 Packing seed orders (and a peek at your notes!)
10:00 That’s a wrap!
Music: Disfigure by Blank
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What's your favorite part of this episode of CaliKim UnCut? -CaliKim & CameraGuy
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Wow that was really interesting. So much work goes into your livestreams. Good job Jerry. And great livestreams Kim. Now I'll be thinking of all the work that went into your streams every time I watch!! Groovy!! 🎉🎉📸 💻❤🍅 🥒 🌶️
Does camera guy arms ever get tired when recording
Excellent video. I love that you picked the name UnCut. It is perfect. Thank you both for showing us what goes into making a great video. My favorite part was when CameraGuy does his beauty shots. He is great at it! Also how he makes sure that CaliKim does not have any shade or shadows on her face when filming. I can now appreciate all of the hard work you two do to make these videos and livestreams.
I love to paint and ruff draw my garden 🎨gives me joy and peace but your amazing garden looking real beautiful 🐝💦picture perfect 💎🦋🐞
We appreciate all the effort you put into providing great content, instruction, and encouragement. Thank you!
These videos are amazing!
Perfect mix of technical pointers, years of experience and lots of personality.
Congratulations 💕
Wow! That was fun to see Jerry skills shine, he is such a hard worker. Did he used to work in film industry?
There is no way Camera Guy is over 60! Absolutely amazing. Your beautiful, healthy lifestyle in real time. You guys are really great. This was a fun video!
Wonderful video. Its great to know I'm not the only one carrying an umbrella around the yard. For the most part the wind is an afternoon thing for me. I usually film early morning before the wind comes up. So how do you deal with the more hostile garden visitors? Yellow jackets sometimes make filming a challenge. Nature always brings excitement to the garden.
Jerry you keep doing you! And we love it! You were so talented! Never hold back.
That diffuser is amazing! It’s why I have to wear sunglasses in my videos because I’m not using one of those!
And you make it look sooo easy!
Officially went postal 😂 ❤ it
PRO-fessíonal! If u let the zinnia flowers dry out to collect the seeds does the plant shut down flower production? I deadhead immediately once they fade. I like the livestream set up & music stand. CG ur 60? For reals u look and seem easily 40. Is it all the organic veggies? 🌱
Teamwork makes the dream work!! Good video you two.
I had rats chew through my tulle bag. I see you double them up.