Happinet is an American channel that broadcasts digital media and analog content to international audiences. Its genres include comedy, drama, and news. The television division focuses on episodic content such as sitcoms and the film division is focused on producing high quality movies that audiences will enjoy in theaters. The company was formed in 2005 when Shirley Toms, a therapist, noticed that the people she was helping were having trouble staying happy. She imagined a world in which a media channel could provide happiness for people and teach them how to maintain success longer. She raised capital from Steingold Group in Los Angeles, California where the production is now based.
Happinet can be accessed online in streaming or downloadable form and requires a small monthly fee. The nature of the content is lighthearted and intended to reach a target market of individuals between the ages of 18 and 55. The current titles include shows like Hearts and Smiles, How to Gain Your Life Back, and Crush Your Debt. Crush Your Debt caters to the demographic of people who have debt that has prevented them from living their life in their ideal way. It provides actionable ways to pay off mortgages, credit cards, and student loans in a way that is easy to follow and understand. The show's host, Mable Carlyle, is a professional finance officer with experience in multiple industries and she holds a degree in Psychology and Accounting from the University of Chicago. The has received positive reviews by critics.
