Happy Chinese (快乐汉语; kuàilè hànyŭ) is a language learning TV show produced by China Central Television (CCTV) targeted at advanced learners of the Chinese language.
This “Happy Chinese S1 Daily Life Chinese” series can be roughly characterized as a sitcom which shows the daily life of ordinary Chinese through the perspective of Susan, a recently arrived young American woman studying Chinese language and culture.
Each of the 116 episodes features a story which illustrates some aspect of typical Chinese life. Language learners will appreciate the thoughtfully written dialogue. It proceeds at a rapid, natural pace using only essential vocabulary, giving it a very authentic feel that is not overwhelming.
Transcription / subtitles are available from this blog : https://happychinesetv.wordpress.com/2015/04/24/subtitles-1/