Dunk is an anthropomorphic recycling bin who functioned as a mascot for the National Security Agency (NSA), in order to promote recycling.[1][2] He debuted in 2015.

A picture of Dunk from the NSA website

Reception

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Dunk was criticized for his rough CGI design. He was mocked on a segment of The Daily Show With Jon Stewart,[3] described as "the stuff of nightmares" by The Verge,[4] and as "terrifying" by USA today.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Recycling" (PDF). NSA.gov.
  2. ^ Hattem, Julian (2015-04-20). "NSA unveils pro-recycling mascot for kids named 'Dunk'". The Hill. Retrieved 2017-12-10.
  3. ^ Comedy Central (2015-04-24), The Daily Show - Shakes on a Plain & Secret Agent Can, retrieved 2017-12-10
  4. ^ Plaugic, Lizzie (2015-04-19). "Meet the NSA's disturbing Earth Day mascot, Dunk". The Verge. Retrieved 2024-03-16.
  5. ^ Bowerman, Mary. "Is the NSA's recycling mascot terrifying?". USA TODAY. Retrieved 2024-03-16.